Pakistan U19 Defeat Bangladesh in ACC Asia Cup Semi-Final

In the first semi-final of the ACC Men's Under-19 Asia Cup on November 12, 2026, Pakistan Under-19 defeated Bangladesh Under-19 by nine wickets. Playing at Al Amarat, Bangladesh scored a total of 138 runs in their allotted 50 overs. Pakistan chased this target easily, posting just 141/1 after only 21.5 overs.

Pakistan's Rizwanullah was the standout performer and named Player of the Match with figures of five wickets for 30 runs. He took three wickets in each innings against Bangladesh. The Pakistani team capitalized on a significant batting collapse by their opponents, who lost nine wickets for just 68 runs.

Farhan Yousaf, Pakistan's captain, praised his fielding unit and bowlers' performance throughout the tournament. Farid Hasan Faysal, Bangladesh's captain, admitted it was not their day due to a poor batting collapse in both orders.