WEB DESK: Hamza Zahoor’s unbeaten ton powers Pakistan to U19 Asia Cup victory over India, Pakistan secured a memorable victory over arch-rivals India in the Under-19 Asia Cup as Hamza Zahoor’s magnificent unbeaten century guided the team to a successful chase of 209 runs in Oman.
Pakistan faced an early setback in their run chase, losing their first five wickets for just 61 runs and allowing India to take control of the contest.
However, Hamza Zahoor produced a remarkable recovery, remaining unbeaten on 100 off 108 deliveries to steer Pakistan to victory.
Batting at number seven, Hamza struck 10 boundaries and three sixes in a composed yet aggressive innings that turned the match in Pakistan’s favour.
He found an able partner in Hasnain Abbas Dar, who contributed 38 runs off 67 balls. The duo added 107 runs for the sixth wicket, rescuing Pakistan from a difficult position and bringing the team within reach of the target.
Earlier, India were dismissed for 208 in 47 overs after being put into bat.
Arjun Rajpoot led India’s batting effort with a century, scoring 107 off 85 balls, but his impressive knock could not prevent his side from suffering defeat.
Pakistan’s bowling attack played a key role in restricting India, with Rizwanullah, Ali Raza and Naqab Shafiq claiming three wickets apiece.
Pakistan eventually completed the chase, with Hamza’s outstanding century emerging as the defining moment of the encounter.
