Pakistan vs Bangladesh U19 Match Result: Rizwanullah’s Five-For Powers Pakistan into U19 Asia Cup Final with Nine-Wicket Win

Defending champions Pakistan Under-19s stormed into the final of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 with a commanding nine-wicket victory over Bangladesh Under-19s in the first semi-final at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman on Thursday, November 12. Chasing a modest target of 139, Pakistan cruised home at 141 for one in just 21.5 overs, with 169 balls to spare, to book their place in the title decider on Saturday, November 14.

The win was set up by fast bowler Rizwanullah, who produced a superb five-wicket haul to bowl Bangladesh out for 138 in 31.4 overs, before openers Hayam Khan and Usman Khan struck fluent half-centuries in a 123-run opening stand that broke the back of the chase. It was Pakistan’s fourth straight win of the tournament.

Bangladesh had won the toss and elected to bat first, but their innings never recovered from a disciplined Pakistan bowling performance. Opener Abdullah Al Muhi fought hard for a 45-ball 50, yet no other Bangladesh batter passed 26 as wickets fell at regular intervals.

Pakistan vs Bangladesh U19 Semi-Final Score Summary

Bangladesh Under-19s were bowled out for 138 in 31.4 overs after electing to bat. Abdullah Al Muhi top-scored with 50 off 45 balls, including four fours and two sixes, while Rakibul Hossan made 26 off 39 and Ali Rafi contributed 20 off 22. Captain Farid Faysal scored 17 off 26 balls, but the rest of the batting line-up managed just 14 runs between them, and six batters failed to reach double figures, including two ducks.

Rizwanullah was the destroyer-in-chief with figures of five for 30 in eight overs, dismissing Al Muhi, Farid Faysal, Ali Rafi, Rakibul Hossan and Robiul Anik. Mohammad Sayyam supported him with two for 29 in seven overs, while Ali Raza, Hasnain Abbas Dar and Ahmed Hussain took one wicket each as Pakistan’s attack shared the spoils.

In reply, Pakistan lost only one wicket in a comfortable chase. Hayam Khan struck 69 off 72 balls with eight fours and a six before falling to Robiul Anik, while Usman Khan finished unbeaten on 64 off 54 balls, hitting seven fours and two sixes. Abdul Qadir finished the job with an unbeaten eight off five balls, including a six, as Pakistan reached 141 for one in 21.5 overs.

Team	Score	Top scorer	Best bowling
Bangladesh U19	138 all out (31.4 overs)	Abdullah Al Muhi 50 (45)	Rizwanullah 5/30
Pakistan U19	141/1 (21.5 overs)	Hayam Khan 69 (72)	Robiul Anik 1/22

Bangladesh U19 Batting Card: Al Muhi Fights Alone

Abdullah Al Muhi was the only Bangladesh batter to look comfortable against Pakistan’s new-ball attack, reaching his half-century off 45 balls with four fours and two sixes. He was eventually caught off Rizwanullah, and his dismissal effectively ended Bangladesh’s resistance. Rakibul Hossan battled for 26 off 39 balls and Ali Rafi struck a brisk 20 off 22, but the middle and lower order collapsed around them: Farid Faysal made 17, Kawser Ahmed nine, and six batters failed to reach double figures, including two ducks.

Batter	Runs	Balls	Fours	Sixes
Abdullah Al Muhi	50	45	4	2
Rakibul Hossan	26	39	4	0
Ali Rafi	20	22	2	1
Farid Faysal (c & wk)	17	26	2	0
Kawser Ahmed	9	16	1	0

Rizwanullah Five-Wicket Haul Destroys Bangladesh

Rizwanullah’s five for 30 was the defining performance of the semi-final. The right-arm pacer struck throughout the innings, removing both openers and the middle order to finish with the best bowling figures of the match. He was named Player of the Match for a spell that never allowed Bangladesh to build a partnership of substance after the early loss of Jarif Siyam for one.

Mohammad Sayyam’s two for 29 provided excellent support, while Ali Raza (one for 36), Hasnain Abbas Dar (one for 22) and Ahmed Hussain (one for four) kept the pressure on from the other end. Bangladesh were bowled out with more than 18 overs unused, a total that was never going to test Pakistan’s powerful batting line-up.

Bowler	Overs	Runs	Wickets
Rizwanullah	8	30	5
Mohammad Sayyam	7	29	2
Ali Raza	8	36	1
Hasnain Abbas Dar	5	22	1
Ahmed Hussain	1.4	4	1

Hayam Khan and Usman Khan Seal the Chase

Pakistan’s openers made light work of the chase. Hayam Khan and Usman Khan added 123 runs for the first wicket in 20.4 overs, scoring at well over six runs an over and removing any doubt about the result long before the finish. Hayam struck eight fours and a six in his 72-ball 69, while Usman Khan remained unbeaten on 64 off 54 balls with seven fours and two sixes. Abdul Qadir finished the job with an unbeaten eight off five balls, including a six.

Player of the Match: Rizwanullah

Rizwanullah was named Player of the Match for his five-wicket haul of five for 30 in eight overs. His spell broke Bangladesh’s innings into pieces: he dismissed the set Al Muhi for 50, removed captain Farid Faysal and the dangerous Ali Rafi, and then cleaned up the tail. It was the standout individual performance of the semi-final and the main reason Bangladesh never posted a competitive total.

Key Turning Points in the U19 Asia Cup Semi-Final

• The toss decision backfiring: Bangladesh chose to bat first, but Pakistan’s bowlers struck at regular intervals and never let the innings settle.
• Al Muhi’s dismissal: With Bangladesh struggling, Al Muhi’s 50 was the one innings holding the total together. Rizwanullah’s removal of him for 50 triggered the final collapse.
• The middle-order collapse: From a position of relative stability, Bangladesh lost wickets in clusters to Rizwanullah and Sayyam and were bowled out for 138 with overs to spare.
• The 123-run opening stand: Hayam Khan and Usman Khan batted Bangladesh out of the contest, scoring freely and ensuring the chase was never in doubt.

What the Result Means for the U19 Asia Cup Final

Pakistan’s nine-wicket win sends the defending champions into the U19 Asia Cup final on Saturday, November 14, where they will face India. Pakistan remain unbeaten in the tournament, having topped Group A with three wins from three: a nine-wicket win over the UAE, a three-wicket win over India, and a 101-run win over Nepal.

The manner of the victory will worry their final opponents. Pakistan’s top order has fired in every match, and their bowling has taken wickets in every phase of the game. Bangladesh, meanwhile, go home after a campaign that ended at the semi-final stage. The champions of the 2023 and 2024 editions recovered from their heavy opening defeat to Afghanistan to beat Sri Lanka by 45 runs and Malaysia by 205 runs, but they were outclassed in every department in the semi-final and never looked like defending 138.

There was also a measure of revenge in the result. Bangladesh had beaten Pakistan by seven wickets in the 2024 semi-final, but Pakistan turned the tables in Oman with their most complete performance of the tournament so far.

What’s Next: U19 Asia Cup Final on November 14

Pakistan will now prepare for the U19 Asia Cup final on Saturday, November 14, at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman, against India, who beat Afghanistan by eight wickets in the second semi-final. The final is a repeat of the group-stage meeting between Pakistan and India, a match Pakistan won by three wickets. Pakistan will start as favourites on the evidence of this semi-final, but a final against India would be the marquee contest the tournament has been building towards.

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Pakistan vs Bangladesh U19 Semi-Final FAQs

Who won the Pakistan vs Bangladesh U19 Asia Cup semi-final?

Pakistan Under-19s won by nine wickets, chasing down Bangladesh’s 138 in 21.5 overs.

Who was the Player of the Match in Pakistan vs Bangladesh U19?

Pakistan fast bowler Rizwanullah was named Player of the Match for his five-wicket haul of five for 30 in eight overs.

When is the U19 Asia Cup 2026 final?

The final is on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. Pakistan will face the winner of the India vs Afghanistan semi-final.

For the full build-up to this semi-final, read our Pakistan vs Bangladesh U19 match prediction, and follow the other semi-final in our India vs Afghanistan U19 match prediction. Streaming details for the tournament are in our India vs Pakistan U19 live streaming guide.