India beat Pakistan in the Under-19 Asia Cup final in the United Arab Emirates, reaching a target of 338 runs with nine wickets down in 50 overs. Pakistan's opening batter Usman Khan had scored a century in the final, making 107 off 111 balls, after he had also made a half-century in the semi-final.
Usman Khan's innings
Usman Khan's innings was the main feature of Pakistan's batting in the final. The Under-19 Asia Cup is a regional tournament for cricketers under the age of 19, and the final was the last match of the competition. His hundred came on that big occasion, and he batted with force throughout his innings.
Support from the middle order
Abdul Qadir and Farhan Yousuf also scored half-centuries in the final. Abdul Qadir made 80 off 54 balls, while Farhan Yousuf made 63 off 60 balls. Their scores gave Pakistan's innings depth beyond its opener.
The chase
India went past the target of 338 runs in 50 overs, losing nine wickets on the way, and so won the final. The result means Pakistan finished as runners-up in the Under-19 Asia Cup. For the young players involved, the match adds to their experience on a major regional stage.
Aasan alfaaz mein
Under-19 Asia Cup ke final mein Pakistan ke Usman Khan ne 111 gendon par 107 runs banaye. Abdul Qadir aur Farhan Yousuf ne bhi nisf sanchuri banayi. Lekin Bharat ne 338 runs ka target 50 overs mein 9 wickets kho kar haasil kar liya aur match jeet liya. Aam logon ke liye is ka seedha asar khel ke shauq tak mehdood hai.
