Suryaa Sports Desk: The Indian junior team suffered a three-wicket defeat against Pakistan in a high-voltage Under-19 Asia Cup match held at Al Amerat in Oman. Batting first, India was all out for 208 runs.
India faced an early collapse, losing three wickets for 22 runs. Arjun Rajput played a responsible innings, scoring 107 runs off 85 balls, including 11 fours and 5 sixes. Despite his century, India was restricted to a low total due to a lack of support from other batters. Pakistan bowlers Ali Raza, Rizwanullah, and Nikhab Shafiq each took three wickets.
Chasing a target of 209, Pakistan also struggled, losing five wickets for 61 runs. Captain Hamza Zahoor stabilized the innings with a partnership alongside Hasnain Abbas Dar. Zahoor remained unbeaten on 100, hitting the winning boundary to secure the victory. With this win, Pakistan has reached the top of the Group A table.