Usman Khan’s unbeaten century powers Pakistan to emphatic win over UAE in U-19 Asia Cup
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Usman leads chase with an unbeaten 139 off 120 balls, hitting 21 fours and a six.
Opener Usman Khan struck a magnificent unbeaten century as defending champions Pakistan cruised to a nine-wicket victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in their Group ‘A’ opener of the ACC Men’s U-19 Asia Cup at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2) in Muscat on Friday.
Chasing 225, Pakistan reached the target in just 37.3 overs, finishing at 225 for one with 75 balls to spare. Usman led the charge with an unbeaten 139 off 120 balls, hitting 21 fours and a six. He brought up his century off 98 deliveries and was named Player of the Match. The innings marked his fourth century in Youth One-day Internationals.
Usman shared a commanding 153-run opening partnership with Jahangir Bilal, who contributed a patient 60 off 87 balls, including six boundaries, before being dismissed by Ahmed Khudadad in the 29th over.