Pakistan defeated India by 44 runs in the U19 Asia Cup opener at Dubai Stadium. Setting a target of 282, Pakistan excelled with Shahzaib Khan’s brilliant 159 and Usman Khan’s 60, ending at 281/7. India’s chase faltered, and it was bowled out for 239 in 47 overs. Samrath Nagraj and Ayush Mahate shone for India, taking three and two wickets, respectively, but Pakistan’s dominant performance secured a strong group stage victory.

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