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Minhas’ 42-Ball Ton Fires Pakistan U19 to Tri-Series Title in Harare

The victory sends Pakistan into the U19 World Cup with clear momentum.

Overview

  • Pakistan beat hosts Zimbabwe by nine wickets to clinch the U19 ODI tri-series final at Old Hararians.
  • Sameer Minhas smashed 114 off 51 balls, reaching his hundred in 42 deliveries to set the fastest U19 ODI century on record.
  • Chasing 159, Pakistan finished the job in 16.2 overs after a 145-run opening stand with Mohammad Shayan, who was 38 not out.
  • Umar Zaib led the attack with 4 for 20 as Zimbabwe were bowled out for 158 in 44.4 overs, with Michael Blignaut top-scoring with 60.
  • Pakistan topped the league phase and entered the event after winning the ACC U19 Asia Cup, with the tri-series staged as preparation for the World Cup starting 15 January in Zimbabwe and Namibia.