India Under 19 vs Pakistan Under 19: A Big Rivalry at Youth Level
The India Under 19 vs Pakistan Under 19 match once again proved why this rivalry is called the biggest in cricket, even at the junior level. The Group A clash of the DP World Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup 2025 had everything a cricket fan could ask for — strong starts, pressure moments, brilliant catches, quality bowling, and a convincing win.
Pakistan Under 19 won the toss and decided to field first. India Under 19 came into this match with confidence after their win against UAE Under 19, so they did not change their playing XI. Pakistan Under 19 made one change, bringing in Abdul Subhan in the fast bowling department.
India Under 19 Batting: Solid Start, Strong Middle
India Under 19 captain Aayush Matre opened the innings and showed maturity from the very first over. He played confident shots, using the pace of the bowlers well. Boundaries came early, and India looked positive in the powerplay.
The first wicket fell when Surya was dismissed, but India did not panic. Aaron George played a very important innings and became the backbone of the Indian batting. He played with patience and confidence, mixing defense with attacking shots. His knock kept India steady when wickets started falling at regular intervals.
Kesh Johan also supported well in the middle overs, playing aggressive shots and keeping the scoreboard moving. India reached 200 runs, but Pakistan’s bowlers made a good comeback in the final overs. India lost wickets quickly and were bowled out before completing their full quota of overs.
Still, 240 runs was a competitive total in an Under-19 match, especially against a strong Pakistan side.
🏏 Match Score Summary Table
| Team | Score | Overs |
| India Under 19 | 240 all out | 47.1 overs |
| Pakistan Under 19 | 150 all out | 33.4 overs |
| Result | India U19 won by | 90 runs |
India Under 19 Batting
| Player | Runs | Balls |
| Aaron George | 85 | 88 |
| Kesh Johan | 46 | — |
| Aayush Matre | Valuable start | — |
Aaron George was clearly the star with the bat, showing calmness and class under pressure.
Pakistan Under 19 Bowling Effort
Pakistan bowlers did well to restrict India Under 19 below 250. They kept attacking and did not allow long partnerships in the later stages.
| Bowler | Wickets |
| Sam | 3 |
| Abdul Subhan | 3 |
| Ali Raza | 1 |
| Hussain (Spinner) | 1 |
Their disciplined bowling ensured that India lost all ten wickets with 17 balls still remaining.
Pakistan Under 19 Chase: Early Trouble
Chasing 241, Pakistan Under 19 needed a strong start, but India’s bowlers had other plans. From the very first over, there was movement and pressure. Wickets fell quickly, and Pakistan found themselves struggling at the top.
The Indian bowlers maintained tight lines and lengths, forcing mistakes from the batters. Pakistan lost early wickets, and the required run rate kept climbing.
Lone Fight from Pakistan
Amid the collapse, Asan played a fighting innings. He showed courage, hit some big shots, and tried to keep Pakistan in the game. His 70 runs were the only real resistance in the chase.
However, cricket is a team game, and with very little support from the other batters, Pakistan could not recover.
India Under 19 Bowling: Complete Dominance
India Under 19 bowling was disciplined and aggressive. They attacked the stumps, used short balls wisely, and backed it up with sharp fielding.
| Bowler | Wickets |
| Dendran | 3 |
| Chawhan | 3 |
| Kumar | 2 |
| Patel | 1 |
| Surya | 1 |
The bowlers worked as a unit and never allowed Pakistan to build partnerships.
Final Result and Takeaways
The India Under 19 vs Pakistan Under 19 match ended with India winning by 90 runs, a clear and dominant performance. India showed balance in batting and bowling, while Pakistan struggled with consistency.
Key Takeaways:
- Aaron George’s 85 was match-defining
- Indian bowlers dominated with discipline
- Pakistan lacked partnerships in the chase
- India Under 19 looked confident and well-prepared
Conclusion
The India Under 19 vs Pakistan Under 19 clash lived up to expectations and once again highlighted the intensity of this rivalry. India’s young talents showed skill, composure, and teamwork, sending a strong message to other teams in the tournament.
