India’s Under-19 vs Pakistan Under-19
India Beat Pakistan by 90 Runs in Dubai (Credits :"Willow Tv/Sonylive")

Overview:

The comprehensive win underlined India’s bowling strength and depth, as well as their ability to perform under pressure against traditional rivals in a high-stakes tournament.

India’s Under-19 men’s cricket team registered a convincing victory over arch-rivals Pakistan in the ongoing Asia Cup in Dubai on Sunday, delivering a dominant all-round performance.

Batting first, India were bowled out for 240 in 46.1 overs, a total largely built on a composed and timely knock from Aaron George. The middle-order batter struck a crucial 85, steadying the innings after openers Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Ayush Mhatre failed to provide a solid start. Kanishk Chouhan also chipped in with a valuable 46, helping India post a competitive score. For Pakistan, Mohammad Sayyam (3/67) and Abdul Subhan (3/42) were the standout bowlers.

Defending the target, India’s bowlers rose to the challenge in dominant style. Deepesh Devendran and Kanishk Chouhan led the charge with the ball, claiming three wickets apiece to dismantle Pakistan’s batting line-up. Apart from Huzaifa Ahsan, who fought back with a well-made 70, the Pakistani batters offered little resistance, as they were skittled out for just 150 in 41.2 overs.

The comprehensive win underlined India’s bowling strength and depth, as well as their ability to perform under pressure against traditional rivals in a high-stakes tournament. Players from both sides did not shake hands, even though the ICC had encouraged the teams to do so.

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