Pakistan Puts India to Bat in Pivotal Under-19 World Cup Match; Deepesh, Baloch Join
In a high-stakes Under-19 World Cup match, Pakistan opted to bowl first against India in Bulawayo. This crucial game holds significant implications for both teams as they vie for a spot in the semi-finals.
Match Details
Pakistan entered the match with four points, trailing behind undefeated India, who had accumulated six points. To advance, Pakistan needed not only to win but also to significantly improve their net run rate, which stood at 1.484 compared to India’s 3.337.
Chasing the Target
To qualify for the semi-finals, Pakistan was required to chase a target of 251 runs in approximately 33.2 overs. The specific requirements would be updated based on India’s performance in their innings.
Team Changes
- Pakistan replaced middle-order batter Mohammad Shayan with Ali Hassan Baloch, a left-hand batsman and off-spinner.
- India made a switch from left-arm pacer Udhav Mohan to right-arm pacer D Deepesh.
Recent Rivalry
This match is not merely another game; it is a grudge match for India. Just over a month earlier, India suffered a heavy defeat, losing by 191 runs to Pakistan in the final of the Under-19 Asia Cup.
Match Lineups
| India Under-19 | Pakistan Under-19 |
|---|---|
| Aaron George | Hamza Zahoor (wk) |
| Vaibhav Sooryavanshi | Sameer Minhas |
| Ayush Mhatre (capt.) | Usman Khan |
| Vedant Trivedi | Farhan Yousaf (capt.) |
| Vihaan Malhotra | Ahmed Hussain |
| Abhigyan Kundu (wk) | Huzaifa Ahsan |
| Kanishk Chouhan | Ali Hassan Baloch |
| RS Ambrish | Abdul Subhan |
| Khilan Patel | Momin Qamar |
| Henil Patel | Mohammad Sayyam |
| D Deepesh | Ali Raza |
This match showcases young talent amidst intense competition and is pivotal for both teams in the tournament. Stay tuned to Filmogaz.com for updates on this thrilling Under-19 World Cup encounter.
