DUBAI (Kashmir English): Centuries by Ahmed Hussain and Sameer Minhas, followed by a ruthless bowling effort, led Pakistan to defeat Malaysia (Pak U19 vs Malaysia U19) by 297 runs in their ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2025 campaign opener at The Sevens Stadium in Dubai on Friday.
Set a daunting 346-run target, Malaysia’s batting unit could muster only 48 runs against a dominant Pakistan bowling attack before being bowled out in 19.4 overs.
After being asked to bat first, Pakistan posted a formidable 345 for three, built around a superb unbeaten 177 from player of the match Sameer. The right-hander anchored the innings with 11 fours and eight sixes in his 148-ball knock.
In turn, Malaysia struggled against Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack, folding for 48 in 19.4 overs. Ali Raza struck early and finished with three for 11, while Peshawar-born left-arm pacer Sayyam also bagged three wickets.
Daniyal claimed two for six, and Niqab Shafiq wrapped up the innings with one wicket as Pakistan maintained complete control in the match.
For Malaysia, Sathnakumaran led the wicket-taking list with two scalps but was expensive as he conceded 91 runs in his 10 overs, while Akram bagged one for 64 runs in as many overs.
Pakistan will now face India on Sunday, 14 December at the ICC Academy Ground. The first ball of the match will be bowled at 9 am local time.
