Spinner Muhammad Huzaifa Leads Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup Win in a commanding 180-run triumph over Japan during the final group match of the ACC Men’s U-19 Asia Cup. Held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on Wednesday, the match showcased Muhammad Huzaifa’s brilliance as he dismantled Japan’s batting lineup with an extraordinary five-wicket haul.
A Strong Batting Recovery Sets the Stage
Electing to bat first, Pakistan faced early setbacks, losing two wickets for 34 runs in the powerplay. By the halfway point, the team was struggling at 100-5. However, a resilient partnership between Shahzaib Khan and Mohammad Riazullah rescued the innings.
- Shahzaib Khan contributed a solid 45 runs before falling to Timothy Moore in the 44th over.
- Mohammad Riazullah remained unbeaten with 66 runs, leading a late surge alongside Ahmed Hussain (30 not out).
- Their 61-run unbroken partnership in the final overs pushed Pakistan to a competitive total of 243-6 in 50 overs.
Japan’s Nihar Parmar was the pick of the bowlers, taking 2-18, while four others claimed a wicket each.
Muhammad Huzaifa’s Five-Wicket Haul Dominates Japan
The chase turned into a nightmare for Japan as they collapsed to just 63 runs in 28.3 overs. Muhammad Huzaifa Leads Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup Win by delivering an exceptional bowling spell, taking five wickets for just eight runs in 6.3 overs.
- Muhammad Huzaifa’s precision and skill rattled the stumps of four Japanese batters and trapped one lbw.
- Pacer Mohammad Ahmed and spinner Ahmed Hussain supported with two wickets each.
Japan’s batting struggled, with Nihar Parmar (25) being the only player to reach double figures. The highest partnership of 19 runs for the first wicket further highlighted their inability to counter Pakistan’s disciplined attack.
Semi-Finals Await Unbeaten Pakistan
This victory marks Pakistan’s third consecutive win, keeping them undefeated in the group stage. With this momentum, they are set to face Bangladesh in the semi-finals on Friday, once again at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
A Historic Milestone for Pakistan U-19
Muhammad Huzaifa Leads Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup Win with a record-breaking bowling performance that cements his place as a key player in the tournament. As Pakistan eyes the championship title, Muhammad Huzaifa’s contributions will undoubtedly remain a cornerstone of their success.
The PCB Unveils Comprehensive Plan to Enhance Domestic Cricket, introducing the Champions One-Day Cup, T20 Cup, and First-Class Cup to revolutionize Pakistan’s cricket ecosystem. Announced at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, Chairman Mohsin Naqvi emphasized bridging domestic and international cricket standards.
These tournaments, featuring elite domestic performers and centrally contracted players, aim to address scrutiny following Pakistan’s poor showings in recent global events. Each team will include former stars as mentors, supported by regional high-performance centers.
