Pakistan U19 Cricket Team Defeats Nepal by 101 Runs to Reach Asia Cup Semifinals

Pakistan's Under-19 cricket team continued their unbeaten streak in the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026, defeating Nepal by 101 runs in their final Group A match at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman on [date]. The win secured Pakistan's place in the semifinals as they defend their title.

Opting to bat first, Pakistan posted a competitive total of 275-7 in their 50 overs. After early wickets fell, captain Farhan Yousaf and Ahmed Hussain stabilized the innings with a 135-run partnership for the fourth wicket. Farhan scored 74 off 95 balls, while Hussain top-scored with 89 off 73 deliveries, including seven fours and two sixes. Contributions from Hasnain Abbas Dar (25) and Hamza Zahoor (11 not out) helped Pakistan reach a challenging total. Bipin Sharma was the pick of the Nepalese bowlers, claiming 3-58.

In response, Nepal were bowled out for 174 in 43.4 overs, falling well short of the target. Ahmed Hussain starred with the ball as well, taking four wickets to complete an outstanding all-round performance. The Pakistani bowlers maintained pressure throughout, never allowing Nepal to build significant partnerships.

The victory marks Pakistan's third consecutive win in the group stage, having previously defeated [other teams]. They will now face [opponent] in the semifinals on [date] as they aim to retain the title they won in the previous edition.

Ahmed Hussain's performance earned him the player of the match award, and his contributions with both bat and ball have been crucial to Pakistan's success so far. The team will look to carry this momentum into the knockout stages.