Pakistan Reach 126/1 Against India in Under-19 Asia Cup Final

Pakistan chose to bat first against India in the Under-19 Asia Cup final in Oman.

The teams are playing for the tournament title, with Pakistan defending its crown and India seeking a record ninth championship.

Pakistan reached 126/1 after 16 overs, making a strong start to its innings.

Opener Usman Khan scored a half-century, while Abdul Qadir added quick runs after coming in at number three.

India had taken one wicket by that point, dismissing Hayam Khan in the ninth over.

Pakistan had also beaten India in their group-stage meeting, adding a recent edge to the final.

India will need to limit Pakistan's total before batting in response.