Xtra Time Web Desk: In the U-19 Asia Cup fixture, Pakistan emerged victorious against arch-rivals India with a convincing eight-wicket win, largely attributed to Azan Awais’s magnificent unbeaten century. India set a target of 260 runs in 50 overs with captain Uday Saharan (60 off 98) and opener Adarsh Singh (62 off 81) being the top scorers. Sachin Dhas played a crucial role in the late surge, contributing a brisk 58 runs off 42 balls
Pakistan’s Mohammed Zeeshan, a right-arm medium pacer, was instrumental in restricting India, claiming four wickets for 46 runs. Musheer Khan, the younger brother of renowned U-19 player Sarfaraz Khan, could not replicate his earlier performance and was dismissed for 2 runs.
In response, Pakistan showcased a dominant batting performance, chasing down the target in just 47 overs. Azan Awais played a pivotal role in the victory, crafting a patient and classy innings of 105 not out from 130 balls, featuring 10 fours. Azan partnered with Shazaib Khan (63 off 88) to establish a crucial 110-run partnership for the second wicket. Additionally, a blazing unbeaten 68 off 51 balls by Saad Baig, including eight boundaries and a maximum, propelled Pakistan to a comprehensive win.