Pakistan beat Bangladesh by nine wickets to reach U19 Asia Cup final

Defending champions Pakistan beat Bangladesh by nine wickets on Thursday to reach the final of the U19 Asia Cup 2026. The first semi-final was played at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman.

Bangladesh won the toss and chose to bat first, but they were bowled out for 138 in 31.4 overs. Pakistan then chased the target of 139 in 21.5 overs, finishing on 141 for one, according to Daily Times and Daily Pakistan.

Rizwanullah was the leading bowler, taking five wickets for 30 runs in eight overs. Mohammad Sayyam, Ali Raza, Hasnain Abbas Dar and Ahmed Hussain each took one wicket, according to Daily Times.

For Bangladesh, opener Abdullah Al Muhi top-scored with 50. Rakibul Hossain made 26 and All Rafi added 20.

In the chase, Hayam Khan scored 69 off 72 balls, with eight fours and one six. Usman Khan remained unbeaten on 64 off 54 balls, hitting seven fours and two sixes. Abdul Qadir was not out on 8 when the target was reached.

Daily Pakistan Urdu's report describes the margin as 10 wickets, while Daily Times and other outlets say nine wickets. The scorecard figures of 141 for one point to a nine-wicket win.

Pakistan were unbeaten in Group A. Daily Times reported that team management will review pitch conditions in Muscat to settle the playing combination for the title match.

National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq congratulated the team on reaching the final, according to the Associated Press of Pakistan. He praised the young players for their performance throughout the tournament.