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In a stunning U19 Asia Cup final, Pakistan crushed India by 191 runs, powered by Sameer Minhas’ record-breaking 172. India, unbeaten till the final, collapsed spectacularly- leaving fans shocked and wondering what went wrong.
India stunned as Pakistan clinch U19 Asia Cup title with 191-run win
Dubai: Pakistan Under-19 produced a commanding performance to defeat India U19 by a massive margin in the Asia Cup 2025 final, bundling the defending champions out for just 156 while chasing 348 in Dubai. The emphatic win sealed Pakistan’s second U19 Asia Cup title and their first since 2012, ending India’s hopes of extending their record haul.
The foundation of Pakistan’s triumph was laid by opener Sameer Minhas, who played a sensational knock of 172 off 113 balls. Displaying power, composure, and precision, Minhas brought up his century in just 71 deliveries and went on to register the highest individual score in the history of a U19 Asia Cup final.
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Batting first after India skipper Ayush Mhatre opted to field, Pakistan piled on 347 for 8 in their allotted 50 overs. Minhas anchored the innings with authority, finding boundaries at will and keeping the scoring rate consistently high. Hussain provided early support before falling soon after his half-century, while late wickets by India offered brief relief. However, Pakistan’s strong middle-order contributions ensured the total remained well beyond reach.
Henil Patel was among the Indian bowlers to find success late in the innings, dismissing Hamza Zahoor to spark a minor slowdown, but the damage had already been done.
India’s response never gained momentum as Pakistan’s bowlers applied relentless pressure from the outset. The chase spiralled quickly, with India losing five wickets inside the first 10 overs. Vaibhav Suryavanshi briefly raised hopes with a confident start, showing fearless intent before being dismissed for 26 following a tense on-field exchange.
A dramatic collapse followed, as India lost seven wickets in quick succession, leaving the batting line-up in complete disarray. Regular breakthroughs ensured there was no chance of recovery, and India were eventually bowled out for 156.
The defeat came as a shock given India’s dominant run through the tournament. Led by Mhatre, India went unbeaten in the group stage, including a convincing win over Pakistan, and cruised past Sri Lanka in the semifinals. However, the final proved a different story, as Pakistan peaked at the right moment.
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Pakistan’s 191-run victory not only secured the trophy but also marked a statement performance on the biggest stage. For India, the loss ended their quest for another title, while Pakistan celebrated a long-awaited return to the summit of U19 Asian cricket.
Pakistan Under-19 produced a commanding performance to defeat India U19 by a massive margin in the Asia Cup 2025 final, bundling the defending champions out for just 156 while chasing 348 in Dubai. The emphatic win sealed Pakistan’s second U19 Asia Cup title and their first since 2012, ending India’s hopes of extending their record haul.
The foundation of Pakistan’s triumph was laid by opener Sameer Minhas, who played a sensational knock of 172 off 113 balls. Displaying power, composure, and precision, Minhas brought up his century in just 71 deliveries and went on to register the highest individual score in the history of a U19 Asia Cup final.
