{
  "id": 19655692,
  "title": "Pakistan Outclass Bangladesh to Storm Into U19 Asia Cup Final",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/pakistan-outclass-bangladesh-to-storm-into-u19-asia-cup-final",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-12T13:16:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/11/12/pakistan-outclass-bangladesh-to-storm-into-u19-asia-cup-final/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Pakistan secured a commanding victory over Bangladesh in the first semifinal of the U19 Asia Cup 2026 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman, advancing to the final with a nine-wicket margin. Rizwanullah claimed five crucial wickets for 30 runs in just eight overs, while an unbeaten partnership between Hayam Khan and Usman Khan saw Pakistan reach their target of 139 in just 21.5 overs. Hayam Khan's century, scored off 72 balls, laid the foundation, while Usman Khan's 64 off 54 balls added crucial runs. Despite a valiant effort from Bangladesh, including an unbeaten 50 from opener Abdullah Al Muhi, the team fell short at 138 for 9 in 31.4 overs. The match saw all-star performances from Pakistan, with Mohammad Sayyam, Ali Raza, Hasnain Abbas Dar, and Ahmed Hussain also contributing significantly with the ball. This convincing win ensures Pakistan's place in the tournament final, further cementing their title defense.",
  "summary": "Defending champions Pakistan stormed into the U19 Asia Cup 2026 final after defeating Bangladesh by nine wickets in the first … Read More The post Pakistan Outclass Bangladesh to Storm Into U19 Asia Cup Final appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Daily Times",
        "title": "Pakistan storm into U19 Asia Cup final after thrashing Bangladesh",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/pakistan-storm-into-u19-asia-cup-final-after-thrashing-bangladesh",
        "published": "2026-11-12T10:39:56.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "ESPNcricinfo",
        "title": "Rizwanullah, openers set up big win as Pakistan make U-19 Asia Cup final",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/rizwanullah-openers-set-up-big-win-as-pakistan-make-u-19-asia-cup",
        "published": "2026-11-12T11:19:06.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}