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The rivalry between India Under-19 and Pakistan Under-19 has always been one of the biggest attractions in youth cricket. Whenever these two sides meet, fans expect fierce competition and exciting performances from future international stars. Their clash in the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup 2024 lived up to expectations, featuring a brilliant century, impressive bowling spells, and several momentum swings. Pakistan Under-19 produced a strong all-round display to defeat India Under-19 by 43 runs. This article covers the complete scorecard, match result, key moments, records, head-to-head statistics, and recent meetings between the two sides.
Match Summary
India Under-19 and Pakistan Under-19 met in the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup 2024 at Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan elected to bat first and posted 281/7 in 50 overs. A superb century from Shahzaib Khan helped Pakistan build a challenging total. India fought hard during the chase, with Nikhil Kumar scoring a half-century, but the target proved too much. Pakistan eventually won the match by 43 runs.
| Match | ACC Under-19 Asia Cup 2024 |
| Venue | Dubai International Cricket Stadium |
| Pakistan Under-19 | 281/7 |
| India Under-19 | 238 |
| Result | Pakistan won by 43 runs |
| Player of the Match | Shahzaib Khan |
Full Match Scorecard
First Innings Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
| Usman Khan | 60 | 94 | 6 | 0 |
| Shahzaib Khan | 159 | 147 | 5 | 10 |
| Riaz Ullah | 27 | 33 | 2 | 1 |
| Saad Baig | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Naveed Khan | 5* | 4 | 1 | 0 |
Total: 281/7 in 50 overs
Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
| Samarth Nagaraj | 10 | 45 | 3 |
| Ayush Mhatre | 7 | 39 | 2 |
| Yudhajit Guha | 10 | 53 | 1 |
| Kiran Chormale | 10 | 55 | 1 |
Second Innings Scorecard
| Batter | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes |
| Ayush Mhatre | 20 | 14 | 5 | 0 |
| Andre Siddarth | 15 | 17 | 3 | 0 |
| Mohamed Enaan | 30 | 53 | 2 | 0 |
| Nikhil Kumar | 67 | 77 | 6 | 1 |
| Harvansh Pangalia | 26 | 22 | 2 | 1 |
| Hardik Raj | 25 | 27 | 2 | 0 |
Total: 238 all out in 47.1 overs
Bowling Figures
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets |
| Ali Raza | 9 | 36 | 3 |
| Abdul Subhan | 10 | 48 | 2 |
| Naveed Khan | 8 | 38 | 2 |
| Umar Zaib | 10 | 51 | 1 |
Fall of Wickets
| Score | Wicket |
| 160 | Usman Khan |
| 165 | Haroon Arshad |
| 223 | Riaz Ullah |
| 238 | Faham-ul-Haq |
| 273 | Shahzaib Khan |
Match Result
Pakistan Under-19 registered a 43-run victory after defending 281 runs successfully. Their batting unit laid the foundation while the bowlers ensured India never settled during the chase.
Player of the Match
Shahzaib Khan earned the Player of the Match award for his outstanding innings of 159 runs from 147 balls. His knock included five boundaries and ten sixes, making it one of the finest performances in Under-19 Asia Cup history.
Key Moments
The opening partnership between Usman Khan and Shahzaib Khan gave Pakistan a strong platform. Shahzaib accelerated in the second half of the innings and pushed the total beyond 280. India lost early wickets during the chase, but Nikhil Kumar’s fighting half-century kept them in contention. Ali Raza’s three-wicket spell eventually ended India’s hopes and secured victory for Pakistan.
Match Highlights
- Pakistan scored 281/7 in 50 overs.
- Shahzaib Khan smashed 159 runs.
- Usman Khan added 60 runs.
- Nikhil Kumar scored 67 for India.
- Ali Raza claimed three wickets.
- Pakistan won the match by 43 runs.
Records Broken During the Match
Shahzaib Khan’s 159 became one of the highest individual scores in ACC Under-19 Asia Cup history. His ten sixes highlighted his dominance and helped Pakistan register one of their highest totals against India Under-19. The opening stand of 160 runs was also among Pakistan’s best partnerships in youth cricket against India.
Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | India U19 Wins | Pakistan U19 Wins |
| 29 | 15 | 14 |
The rivalry remains closely contested, with both teams enjoying success over the years.
Recent Meetings
| Year | Tournament | Winner |
| 2024 | Under-19 Asia Cup | Pakistan |
| 2023 | ACC Under-19 Tournament | India |
| 2022 | Under-19 Asia Cup | Pakistan |
| 2021 | ACC Under-19 Tournament | India |
| 2019 | ACC Under-19 Tournament | Pakistan |
Major Records
| Record | Achievement |
| Highest Individual Score | Shahzaib Khan – 159 |
| Best Bowling Performance | Ali Raza – 3 wickets |
| Highest Partnership | 160 runs |
| Highest Team Total | Pakistan 281/7 |
Conclusion
The India Under-19 and Pakistan Under-19 rivalry once again delivered an entertaining contest. Pakistan’s batting strength, led by Shahzaib Khan’s memorable century, proved decisive. Although India showed resistance through Nikhil Kumar and the middle order, Pakistan’s bowlers maintained control and secured an impressive win. Matches between these two teams continue to provide thrilling moments and showcase the next generation of cricket stars.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the India Under-19 vs Pakistan Under-19 match in the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup 2024?
Pakistan Under-19 defeated India Under-19 by 43 runs.
- Who was named Player of the Match?
Shahzaib Khan received the award after scoring a magnificent 159 runs.
- What was Pakistan Under-19’s total?
Pakistan posted 281/7 in 50 overs.
- Who scored the most runs for India Under-19?
Nikhil Kumar top-scored with 67 runs.
- Which bowler took the most wickets in the match?
Ali Raza picked up three wickets and played a major role in Pakistan’s victory.
