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NEP U19 vs PAK U19, 12th Youth ODI, U19 Asia Cup 2026 summary
NEP U19
174-10(43.4)
Pakistan U19 won by 101 runs 🏆
PAK U19
(50.0)275-7
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Meanwhile, attention also turns to the ongoing Group A contest between India U19 and UAE U19 in Al Amerat. India posted a formidable 309/7, and UAE are struggling at 213/6 after 45.4 overs, with another 97 runs still required from just26 balls. The chase is entering its final stretch, and India are firmly in the driving seat. Pakistan have completed their league assignment with a statement victory - now all eyes are on how the other contenders finish their group-stage battles!
And so, Pakistan U19 have signed off their group-stage campaign in style, strength and authority. Farhan and Ahmed built the foundation, the lower order provided the final push, and the bowlers ensured Nepal never got close enough to threaten the result. For Nepal, the opening stand and the fight shown by Rohit Chand were positives, but the middle-order collapse proved too costly. Pakistan have not only won the match but also finished top of Group A, with their playoff place already secured.
Farhan Yousaf (Pakistan U-19 Captain): [On the team's all-round performance] "Yes, I am satisfied with the way everyone responded. All three departments - bowling, fielding, and batting contributed well. Unfortunately, we lost a couple of early wickets, but the middle order did a good job of recovering the innings.
[On gaining confidence ahead of the knockout stage] Exactly. It was a good game for us, especially with the upcoming matches in mind. I am happy that we scored runs, and Ahmed also got some runs. That will give us more confidence going into the next game.
[On facing Bangladesh in the semi-final] Bangladesh are obviously a good opponent with a strong side. We need to play good cricket, go out there with full intent and maintain a positive mindset.
[On his message to the team ahead of the semi-final] I have already told the boys to keep learning, learn from their mistakes, continue working hard, and follow a good process."
[On gaining confidence ahead of the knockout stage] Exactly. It was a good game for us, especially with the upcoming matches in mind. I am happy that we scored runs, and Ahmed also got some runs. That will give us more confidence going into the next game.
[On facing Bangladesh in the semi-final] Bangladesh are obviously a good opponent with a strong side. We need to play good cricket, go out there with full intent and maintain a positive mindset.
[On his message to the team ahead of the semi-final] I have already told the boys to keep learning, learn from their mistakes, continue working hard, and follow a good process."
Bipin Sharma (Nepal U-19 Captain): [On where the team fell short] "I think we put Pakistan under a lot of pressure early, but we didn't bowl as well as we wanted to in the middle phase. That was the main reason we conceded too many runs. We also didn't field well, which cost us.
[On the bowling changes when Farhan Yousaf and Ahmed Hussain were batting] We just wanted to avoid giving them the same bowler repeatedly. So, we decided to rotate the bowlers and try to force them into making a mistake. Unfortunately, we couldn't execute that plan.
[On lessons learned from the Under-19 Asia Cup campaign] As a team, we have learned a lot from this campaign. One of the most important things we need to work on is our mental and physical shortcomings. We will focus on improving those areas before we return for the next tournament."
[On the bowling changes when Farhan Yousaf and Ahmed Hussain were batting] We just wanted to avoid giving them the same bowler repeatedly. So, we decided to rotate the bowlers and try to force them into making a mistake. Unfortunately, we couldn't execute that plan.
[On lessons learned from the Under-19 Asia Cup campaign] As a team, we have learned a lot from this campaign. One of the most important things we need to work on is our mental and physical shortcomings. We will focus on improving those areas before we return for the next tournament."
Ahmed Hussain (Player of the Match): [On his all-round performance] "First of all, I am very grateful to Almighty Allah for allowing me to put in such a good performance. We have been working hard in Multan over the last two or three years for moments like these, and this is the result of that hard work.
[On performing in a crucial match ahead of the semi-finals] Performances like these give a player tremendous confidence, both with the bat and the ball. We have the semi-finals coming up, with some important matches against strong teams, so this performance will certainly give me confidence going forward. Inshallah, I will carry that into the next stage.
[On assessing the conditions and executing his bowling plans] When I went out to bat, I noticed that the ball was gripping and turning. I felt that it would offer even more assistance when we came out to bowl in the second innings, especially with a bigger total to defend. My plan was to keep things simple, bowl wicket-to-wicket and stick to my basics. I focused on those areas, and thankfully, it worked well."
[On performing in a crucial match ahead of the semi-finals] Performances like these give a player tremendous confidence, both with the bat and the ball. We have the semi-finals coming up, with some important matches against strong teams, so this performance will certainly give me confidence going forward. Inshallah, I will carry that into the next stage.
[On assessing the conditions and executing his bowling plans] When I went out to bat, I noticed that the ball was gripping and turning. I felt that it would offer even more assistance when we came out to bowl in the second innings, especially with a bigger total to defend. My plan was to keep things simple, bowl wicket-to-wicket and stick to my basics. I focused on those areas, and thankfully, it worked well."
Player of the Match: Ahmed Hussain
Time for the Post-Match Presentations...
5:22 PM IST, 3:52 PM Local Time: WHAT A DOMINANT DISPLAY! PAKISTAN HAVE FINISHED WITH A FLOURISH! Nepal U19 fought hard, showed patience, and even threatened to make a contest of the chase, but Pakistan U19 proved far too strong, securing a convincing 101-run victory in Al Amerat. After recovering from a tricky middle phase through a magnificent 135-run partnership between captain Farhan Yousaf and Ahmed Hussain, Pakistan posted 275/7. Their bowlers then took charge, using spin and discipline to dismantle Nepal's batting order and bowl them out for 174. It was a complete team performance from Pakistan, who had already secured their place in the playoffs and have now finished the Group A league stage at the top of the points table. A job well done, and the green shirts can now look ahead with plenty of confidence!
After winning the toss and choosing to field, Nepal began with an unusual opening over as Sushil Rawal sent down a hat-trick of wides, giving away five extras. However, he soon settled into his rhythm, while the opening bowlers kept Pakistan quiet. Usman Khan Jnr and Jahangir Bilal negotiated the first ten overs without losing a wicket, taking Pakistan to just 38/0. The change of bowlers brought the breakthrough, with Bipin Sharma removing Usman for 19, before Sachin Bhatta dismissed Bilal for 22. Sharma then bowled Abdul Qadir, leaving Pakistan struggling at 64/3 in 18.1 overs. Just when Nepal sensed an opportunity to take control, Farhan Yousaf and Ahmed Hussain joined forces and turned the innings around completely. The pair showed excellent patience before shifting gears, punishing the loose deliveries and finding boundaries whenever Nepal tried to build pressure.
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