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Pakistan U19 pacer Rizwanullah grabbed the spotlight with a brilliant five-wicket haul against Bangladesh. His impressive spell helped bowl out Bangladesh U19 for 138 in the U19 Asia Cup 2026 semi-final.
The young fast bowler played a key role in restricting Bangladesh to a modest total in Al Amerat on Thursday, November 12, putting Pakistan in a strong position. Here's everything you need to know about Rizwanullah.
Meet Rizwanullah: 18-Year-Old Pakistan Pacer Who Dreams of Bowling at 150 kmph
Rizwanullah is an 18-year-old right-arm fast bowler from Karachi who stands tall and generates serious pace. He currently bowls in the high 130s but dreams of touching the 150 kmph mark.
Rizwanullah made his Pakistan U19 debut at the age of 17 against England earlier this year in Youth Tests before featuring in Youth ODIs. A genuine admirer of fast bowling, he enjoys hitting the deck hard.
Format | Matches | Wickets | Average |
|---|---|---|---|
Youth ODIs | 6 | 17 | 10.52 |
Youth Tests | 1 | 3 | 41.33 |
(Rizwanullah's Pakistan U19 Stats)
The 18-year-old has made an impressive start to his career for Pakistan U19, claiming 17 wickets in six Youth ODIs at an average of 10.52. He has also picked up three wickets in his only Youth Test appearance.
His aggressive approach makes him an intimidating presence, particularly in the middle-overs, where he has been a lethal enforcer. With his pace and ability to trouble batters, he looks a bright prospect for Pakistan's fast-bowling future.
Rizwanullah Rips Through Bangladesh U19 With Five-Wicket Haul
Bangladesh U19 won the toss and elected to bat first in the U19 Asia Cup 2026 semi-final against Pakistan. While Pakistan's bowlers made a good start, it was Rizwanullah who stole the show with a brilliant spell.
Coming in as the third change, Rizwanullah broke the back of Bangladesh's batting lineup with some serious fast bowling. Hitting the deck hard, he troubled batters with pace and found the outside edge.
He first dismissed Bangladesh captain Farid Hasan Faysal, drawing an edge that was caught at first slip. Rizwanullah then removed Abdullah Al Muhit, beating him for pace and forcing a drive that resulted in a caught-behind dismissal.
Rizwanullah then unleashed a barrage of short balls to clean up the tail, finishing with 5 for 30 in eight overs. He had also taken three wickets in Pakistan's win over India U19 earlier in the tournament, establishing himself as a player to watch.
