Pakistan U-19 triumphed in the final of the ACC U-19 Asia Cup, defeating India U-19 by a massive margin of 191 runs.
Pakistan posted an impressive total of 347/8 in their 50 overs, with Sameer Minhas playing a remarkable knock of 172 runs off 113 balls.
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His outstanding performance earned him the Player of the Match award, and he was also named Player of the Tournament for his consistent brilliance throughout the competition.
India, chasing a daunting target, struggled against Pakistan’s bowlers and were all out for just 156 runs in 26.2 overs.
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Deepesh Devendran top-scored for India with a 36 off 16 balls, but it wasn’t enough to mount a serious challenge. Ali Raza was the star with the ball for Pakistan, taking 4 wickets for 42 runs in 6.2 overs.
Pakistan’s dominant performance was evident as they controlled both the bat and ball, securing the victory with ease. With this win, Pakistan U-19 showcased their strength and talent, claiming the 2025 ACC U-19 Asia Cup title in style.
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The match was held at ICC Academy Ground, Dubai, with India winning the toss and opting to bowl first. However, Pakistan’s batsmen had other plans, setting up an unassailable total.
