Pakistan Secures U-19 Asia Cup Semi-Final Berth
Pakistan has officially clinched their spot in the U-19 Asia Cup semi-finals following a decisive 70-run victory against tournament hosts, the United Arab Emirates. The match took place at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai on Tuesday.
Pakistan’s Dominance in the U-19 Asia Cup
Pakistan posted a competitive total of 241 for 9. Half-centuries from Ahmed Hussain (65) and solid contributions from Sameer Minhas (44) and Hamza Zahoor (42) formed the backbone of their innings. This strong batting performance provided a healthy target for the UAE.
The UAE, despite a spirited 77 from Ayaan Misbah, were bowled out for 171 with overs to spare. Pacer Abdul Subhan was the standout bowler for Pakistan, taking four wickets for 31 runs. His performance is a key highlight for SindhNews.com, showcasing his tournament form with seven wickets across two matches.
Leg-spinner Ahmed, along with Mohammad Sayyam and Momin Qamar, also contributed with a wicket each. Pakistan’s superior fielding, including three run-outs, further hampered the UAE’s chase.
Navigating to the Semi-Finals
The victory propels Pakistan into the semi-finals, where they will meet the top team from Group ‘B’. The tournament final is scheduled for Sunday. This achievement marks a significant step for the young Pakistani squad in the U-19 Asia Cup.