Pakistan Under-19 secured a three-wicket victory over India Under-19 in a Group A encounter of the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman on Sunday, November 8. Hamza Zahoor produced a match-winning unbeaten century to guide Pakistan through a challenging run chase, overshadowing Arjun Rajput's fighting 107.
Batting first, India were bowled out for 208 in 46.3 overs after struggling against Pakistan's bowling attack. The top order failed to build a substantial partnership, leaving India in trouble early in the innings.
Arjun Rajput provided the standout performance with the bat, scoring 107 off 85 deliveries, including 11 fours and five sixes. He held the innings together and helped India reach a competitive total despite losing wickets at regular intervals. Kavya Patel contributed 23 runs.
Pakistan's bowling attack shared the wickets, with Ali Raza, Rizwanullah and Niqab Shafiq claiming three wickets each.
In reply, Pakistan also faced early difficulties as India's bowlers reduced them to 61/5. Manal Chauhan led the fightback with three wickets, putting India in a strong position to defend their total.
However, Hamza Zahoor and Hasnain Abbas Dar changed the course of the match with a crucial 107-run partnership for the sixth wicket. Dar contributed 38 off 67 balls, while Zahoor remained composed under pressure.
Zahoor finished unbeaten on 100 off 108 deliveries, striking 10 fours and three sixes. His innings guided Pakistan to 209/7 in 48.1 overs, securing a three-wicket victory with 11 balls remaining.
India U19: 208 all out (46.3 overs) – Arjun Rajput 107; Rizwanullah 3/24, Ali Raza 3/37.
Pakistan U19: 209/7 (48.1 overs) – Hamza Zahoor 100*; Manal Chauhan 3/32.
Result: Pakistan U19 won by 3 wickets.
