Azan Awais played a crucial role in Pakistan U19’s victory against arch-rivals India at the Asian Cricket Council Under-19s Asia Cup. Azan Awais’s unbeaten 105 helped Pakistan successfully chase down the target of 260. Pakistan achieved the victory in 47 overs, losing only two wickets and with 18 balls to spare.
Captain Saad Baig also played a pivotal role, remaining not out on 68 off 51 balls, contributing to Pakistan’s comprehensive win. Opening batter Shahzaib Khan scored 63 off 88 balls.
Earlier in the match, India U19 had set a target of 259, losing nine wickets in their allotted 50 overs. Pakistan’s Mohammad Zeeshan took four wickets while conceding 46 runs in his 10 overs.
The head coach, Mohammad Yousuf, had emphasized approaching the match against India as a routine game, expressing confidence in the team’s focus, discipline, and preparation.
The last encounter between Pakistan U19 and India U19 occurred in 2021, with the Qasim Akram-led side winning a thrilling match by two wickets at the ICC Academy Ground No 2. Mohammad Shahzad was named the player of the match for his contribution of 81 in the chase of the 238-run target.
Unforeseen Weather Halts Pakistan Vs. Prime Minister’s XI Clash, Resulting In A Draw
Earlier, the four-day game between Pakistan and Prime Minister’s XI at Manuka Oval concluded with the final day’s play being called off due to adverse weather conditions. As a result, the match ended in a draw without any play on the last day.
On the preceding day, Prime Minister’s XI, trailing by just 24 runs, reached a total of 367-4 in 141 overs, thanks to Matt Renshaw’s remarkable unbeaten century (136 not out, 337 balls, 8 boundaries, 1 six).
In the earlier stages of the game, Pakistan declared their innings at 391-9, with captain Shan Masood leading the batting charge. Shan, for his outstanding double century (201 not out, 298 balls, 14 boundaries, 1 six), was named the player of the match. Jordan Buckingham, the right-arm pacer, claimed a five-wicket haul in the innings.
Looking ahead, Pakistan is scheduled to play the first Test against Australia, commencing on December 14 in Perth, with the first ball expected to be bowled at 0720 PKT.
