Pakistan thrash Bangladesh by nine wickets to storm into U19 Asia Cup 2026 final
Pakistan Under-19s reached the final after a nine-wicket win over Bangladesh Under-19s at Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman.
Pakistan Under-19s beat Bangladesh Under-19s by nine wickets in the first semifinal of the U19 Asia Cup 2026 at Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. Pakistan will play India or Afghanistan in the final on 14 November.
Key takeaways
- Pakistan Under-19s won by nine wickets against Bangladesh Under-19s in the first semifinal.
- Bangladesh were bowled out for 138 all out in 31.4 overs.
- Pakistan reached 141 for one in 21.5 overs while chasing 139.
- Rizwanullah took five wickets for 30 runs from eight overs.
- Hayam Khan scored 69 off 72 balls and Usman Khan made an unbeaten 64 off 54 balls.
Pakistan Under-19s beat Bangladesh Under-19s by nine wickets in the first semifinal of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 at Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman on Thursday, Mint reported. Pakistan chased down a target of 139 by reaching 141 for one in 21.5 overs, sealing the victory with more than 28 overs to spare.
Bangladesh innings collapses
Bangladesh elected to bat after winning the toss but never recovered from early pressure. 4 overs. Abdullah Al Muhi was the standout with a fluent 50 off 45 balls, featuring four fours and two sixes.
Rakibul Hossan added 26 and All Rafi scored 20, but the rest of the line-up struggled. Wickets fell regularly after the powerplay, and the lower order could not build any meaningful partnerships. Pakistan’s attack was disciplined.
Pacer Rizwanullah delivered the decisive spell, finishing with figures of 5 for 30 from his eight overs. 75 reflected tight lines and clever variations that repeatedly broke partnerships.
Mohammad Sayyam supported with 2 for 29, while Ali Raza, Hasnain Abbas Dar and Ahmed Hussain chipped in with one wicket each. The collapse left Bangladesh well short of a competitive total on a surface that offered something for the bowlers early on.
Pakistan openers dominate chase
Pakistan’s openers set the tone immediately. Hayam Khan and Usman Khan put on a substantial opening stand that never allowed Bangladesh back into the contest.
Hayam Khan scored a composed 69 off 72 balls before falling to Robiul Anik, while Usman Khan remained unbeaten on 64 from 54 deliveries, striking seven fours and two sixes. Abdul Qadir joined Usman at the end, and the pair finished the job without further alarms.
The required rate stayed comfortably under control throughout, and Pakistan crossed the target with ease. The partnership between the two openers was the difference. Both batsmen rotated the strike smartly and punished anything loose, ensuring the chase never built pressure.
Usman Khan, who has already scored heavily in the tournament, once again showed his value at the top of the order.
Final on 14 November
With this win, Pakistan advance to the final scheduled for 14 November. Their opponent will come from the other semifinal between India and Afghanistan.
As defending champions, Pakistan have looked balanced throughout the competition, with their bowling attack creating regular breakthroughs and the top order providing stability. Pakistan are trying to retain the title they won last year.
Bangladesh’s total proved well below par, and Pakistan’s strong performance with both bat and ball leaves them well placed heading into the title match.
Semifinal scorecard summary
Team | Score | Overs | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
Bangladesh Under-19s | 138 all out | 31.4 | Lost by nine wickets |
Pakistan Under-19s | 141 for one | 21.5 | Won by nine wickets |
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