Afghanistan U19 Triumph Over Pakistan U19 in Thrilling Encounter
11-Run Victory for Afghanistan U19 in Group A Clash
In a nail-biting contest at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Afghanistan U19 emerged victorious over Pakistan U19 by a narrow margin of 11 runs. The match was part of Group A of the ongoing ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup 2024.
Afghanistan Batting Dominance
Afghanistan U19 won the toss and elected to bat first. They got off to a strong start, with opener Rahmanullah Gurbaz scoring a quickfire 54 off 38 balls. Captain Abdul Hadi added a valuable 45, as Afghanistan posted a competitive total of 173/8 from their allotted 50 overs.
Pakistan's Fighting Spirit
In response, Pakistan U19's batters showed resilience. Mohammad Kamran top-scored with 47, while Muhammad Shehzad contributed 42. However, despite their efforts, Pakistan fell short of the target, finishing on 162/9 in their 50 overs.
Match Highlights
The match was marked by several key moments:
- Afghanistan's Gurbaz and Hadi provided a solid platform for their team's batting.
- Pakistan's Kamran and Shehzad led the charge in their team's chase.
- Afghanistan's bowlers, led by Fareed Ahmad Malik, bowled with discipline and control.
The win gives Afghanistan U19 a crucial boost in their bid to advance to the knockout stages of the tournament. Pakistan U19, on the other hand, will need to regroup and perform better in their remaining matches.
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