Pakistan U19 cricket heroes were accorded a warm and prestigious reception at the General Headquarters (GHQ), where Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir hailed their emphatic Asia Cup triumph as a moment of immense national pride.
GHQ Hosts Victorious Pakistan U19 Team After Asia Cup WinThe young cricketers recently lifted the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2025 after a commanding victory over arch-rivals India in the final at the ICC Academy Ground in Dubai. Their dominant performance, both with bat and ball, has been widely celebrated across Pakistan’s sporting circles.
Batting first in the final, Pakistan piled up a massive 347 for 8 in their allotted 50 overs. Opener Sameer Minhas delivered a standout innings, smashing 172 off just 113 balls, an effort that included 17 fours and nine sixes. He was well supported by key partnerships with Usman Khan, Ahmed Hussain, who scored a fluent 56, and captain Farhan Yousaf. Late cameos from Mohammad Sayyam and Niqab Shafiq further strengthened Pakistan’s total despite a brief late collapse.
In response, India’s chase unravelled early under relentless pressure from Pakistan’s pace attack. The trio of Ali Raza, who finished with figures of 3 for 29, along with Mohammad Sayyam and Abdul Subhan, ripped through India’s top and middle order. Reduced to 69 for 5 within the first 11 overs, India were eventually bowled out for 156 in 26.2 overs, handing Pakistan a massive 191-run victory in the final.
During the GHQ ceremony, Field Marshal Asim Munir praised the Pakistan U19 cricket heroes for their discipline, teamwork, and mental strength, noting that their success reflects the nation’s deep cricketing talent. He encouraged the players to remain focused and grounded as future ambassadors of Pakistan cricket.
The team had earlier returned home to a hero’s welcome following their Asia Cup success, details of which can be read in coverage highlighting how Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup champions returned home after their historic campaign.
As Pakistan U19 cricket heroes continue to inspire the next generation, their Asia Cup triumph stands as a defining chapter in the country’s proud cricketing legacy.
