By Shakeel Ur Rehman
Al Amerat, Oman:Afghanistan and Bangladesh registered impressive victories in Group B matches of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026. Afghanistan defeated Malaysia by 10 wickets, while Bangladesh secured a 45-run victory over Sri Lanka.
Afghanistan U19 produced an outstanding bowling and batting performance to defeat Malaysia U19 by 10 wickets.
After winning the toss, Afghanistan elected to field. The decision proved successful as Malaysia were bowled out for just 42 runs in 22.3 overs.
Nageneshwaran Sathnakumaran was the top scorer for Malaysia with 20 runs.
Noor Ali Niazai was the star performer for Afghanistan, claiming six wickets for just seven runs in 9.3 overs, including five maiden overs. Aamir Hamza took two wickets for 10 runs, while Bilal Sulaimankhel claimed one wicket.
In reply, Afghanistan comfortably chased down the target of 43 in just three overs without losing a wicket. Faridullah Ehsas scored an unbeaten 26 off 11 balls, while Abidullah Nadimjan contributed 15 off seven deliveries.
Noor Ali Niazai was named Player of the Match for his outstanding bowling performance.
Bangladesh defeat Sri Lanka by 45 runs despite Wekunagoda’s 85
Bangladesh U19 defeated Sri Lanka U19 by 45 runs in the second Group B encounter to register an important victory in the tournament.
After winning the toss, Sri Lanka elected to field. Bangladesh posted 245 runs in 49.4 overs.
Ahsan Al Momen led the batting effort with an impressive 82 off 98 balls, while SK Jarif Siam contributed 59 off 83 deliveries. Abdullah Al Mahie added 30 runs.
For Sri Lanka, Sithmika Seneviratne was the leading wicket-taker with four wickets for 52 runs, while Gimantha Mendis claimed three wickets.
In response, Sri Lanka were bowled out for 200 runs while chasing a target of 246.
Senuja Wekunagoda fought brilliantly with a superb 85-run innings, but his effort was not enough to take Sri Lanka over the line.
Bangladesh eventually secured a convincing 45-run victory and collected valuable points in the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026.
