In a commanding display of batting prowess, Shahzaib Khan and Riaz Ullah powered Pakistan U19 to a formidable total of 314 runs against the UAE in the ongoing ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2024. The match showcased Pakistan’s dominance with their top-order batters delivering exceptional performances.
Batting first, Pakistan set a challenging target of 315 runs for the UAE. Shahzaib Khan was the star of the innings, scoring a magnificent 132 runs. His knock, which featured 11 boundaries and six towering sixes, was a blend of calculated aggression and precision. Complementing Shahzaib, Riaz Ullah also shone brightly, smashing a century off just 91 balls. His aggressive yet composed innings kept the scoreboard ticking briskly. Together, the duo built a solid foundation that propelled Pakistan U19 to a daunting total.
Usman Khan further bolstered the innings with a valuable contribution of 41 runs, playing a steady hand to support the centurions. The team’s total of 314 for the loss of just three wickets in 50 overs highlighted their batting depth and form.
On the bowling front, the UAE’s Noor Ayobi and Uddish Suri tried to contain the Pakistani juggernaut, picking up two and one wickets respectively. However, the UAE bowlers struggled to find consistent breakthroughs against a dominant Pakistan batting lineup.
As the UAE U19 team began their chase of the 315-run target, they faced a daunting task against a Pakistan side that has been in formidable form. Pakistan U19 has already made a strong statement in the tournament, having defeated their arch-rivals India U19 in a crucial earlier match.
With this performance, Pakistan U19 continues to assert itself as a top contender for the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2024 title. The team’s batting unit, led by Shahzaib and Riaz, has proven to be its biggest strength, while the bowlers now look to defend the target and secure another crucial victory in the tournament.
The cricketing fraternity keenly watches as Pakistan U19 inches closer to a dominant position in the competition.