MUSCAT: Pakistan Under-19 registered a dramatic three-wicket victory over arch-rivals India in a tense Group ‘A’ encounter of the ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Muscat.
Chasing a target of 209, Pakistan's innings suffered a severe top-order collapse as Indian bowlers struck early blows, reducing the Green Shirts to a precarious 61 for five. Facing immense pressure, wicket-keeper-batter Hamza played a captain's knock, staging a remarkable recovery alongside Hasnain Abbas Dar, who chipped in with a valuable 38 runs.
Displaying immense composure and striking a fine balance between caution and calculated aggression, Hamza steered the lower order through troubled waters. He remained unbeaten on a brilliant 100 off 108 balls, laced with 10 boundaries and three sixes. Hamza successfully crossed the finish line with 11 balls to spare, sealing a memorable victory for his side and earning the well-deserved Player of the Match award.
