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Pakistan U-19 crush India as Hamza Zaroor hits century in Asia Cup
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 06:17 AM
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Hamza Zaroor’s unbeaten hundred powered Pakistan to a comfortable win over India in the U‑19 Asia Cup, outshining Arjun Rajput’s contribution.
In the group stage of the Under‑19 Asia Cup, Pakistan’s junior side secured a decisive victory over their traditional rivals, India. The match, played under clear skies, saw Pakistan dominate the proceedings from the outset.
Opening the innings, Hamza Zaroor produced a masterclass, reaching the three‑figure mark without losing his wicket. His century anchored the Pakistani total and set a challenging target for the hosts.
India’s reply was anchored by Arjun Rajput, who managed a respectable knock, but the effort fell short of the required score. Pakistan’s bowlers held firm, limiting the Indian chase and sealing the win.
The result gives Pakistan a strong position in the tournament standings, while India will look to regroup ahead of their next fixture.
Opening the innings, Hamza Zaroor produced a masterclass, reaching the three‑figure mark without losing his wicket. His century anchored the Pakistani total and set a challenging target for the hosts.
India’s reply was anchored by Arjun Rajput, who managed a respectable knock, but the effort fell short of the required score. Pakistan’s bowlers held firm, limiting the Indian chase and sealing the win.
The result gives Pakistan a strong position in the tournament standings, while India will look to regroup ahead of their next fixture.