Muscat: Pakistan Under 19 secured a place in the ACC Men's Under 19 Asia Cup final after defeating Bangladesh by nine wickets in the first semi final at Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman on Thursday.
The defending champions dismissed Bangladesh for 138 in 31.4 overs before reaching 141 for one in 21.5 overs, completing the chase with 169 balls remaining.
Rizwanullah led Pakistan's bowling attack with five wickets for 30 runs, while Hayam Khan and Usman Khan scored half centuries to secure the victory.
Rizwanullah takes five wickets
Bangladesh won the toss and elected to bat but struggled to build partnerships against Pakistan's bowling attack.
Mohammad Sayyam provided an early breakthrough as Bangladesh lost wickets at regular intervals.
Abdullah Al Muhi offered resistance with 50 runs from 45 deliveries, while Mohammad Rakibul Hossan contributed 26 from 39 balls.
However, Rizwanullah restricted Bangladesh's chances of building a competitive total, taking five wickets for 30 runs in eight overs.
Sayyam supported him with two wickets for 29 runs as Bangladesh were bowled out for 138.
Hayam and Usman lead Pakistan's chase
Pakistan's batters dominated the run chase, reaching the target with only one wicket lost.
Hayam Khan scored 69 from 72 balls, hitting eight fours and one six before being dismissed near the end of the innings.
Usman Khan remained unbeaten on 64 from 54 deliveries, including seven fours and two sixes.
Abdul Qadir contributed an unbeaten eight from five deliveries as Pakistan completed a comfortable nine wicket victory.
The result secured Pakistan's fourth consecutive win in the tournament after victories over the United Arab Emirates, India and Nepal during the group stage.
Pakistan advance to 14 November final
Pakistan entered the semi final unbeaten after finishing at the top of Group A.
The defending champions will now compete in the final on Saturday, 14 November, against the winner of the second semi final between India and Afghanistan.
Pakistan will seek to retain the title after winning the previous edition of the tournament.
The nine wicket victory keeps Pakistan's unbeaten campaign intact as the team prepares for the championship match.
