Shahzaib Khan carved his place in Pakistan’s cricketing history with a stunning showcase of batting brilliance against arch-rivals India in the ACC U19 Asia Cup in Dubai.
In a high-stakes encounter, the young left-hander delivered a masterclass that redefined records and set the stage for a thrilling tournament.
In a scintillating innings that will be remembered for years, Shazaib not only surpassed the highest score mark set previously by Shamyl Hussain but also passed Kamran Ghulam’s previous record for the most sixes in an YODI innings, showcasing his ability to dominate the opposition in every aspect of the game.
A Historic Innings by Shahzaib Khan
Opting to bat first, Shazaib and Usman Khan provided a remarkable start against India putting together 160 runs for the first wicket.
Shahzaib was the standout for his team, smashing a colossal 159 off 147 balls, breaking Shamyl’s record of 150 for Pakistan’s highest individual YODI score. The innings were a masterclass in controlled aggression, punctuated by a staggering 10 sixes and 5 fours, eclipsing Kamran Ghulam’s previous record of 7 sixes in a YODI innings.
The young batter’s innings were laced with exquisite timing, precise placement, and an unrelenting ability to clear the ropes with ease. Shazaib Khan was eventually dismissed in the last over by Samarth Nagaraj.
A Game-Changer for Pakistan Cricket
Shazaib’s record-breaking performance helped Pakistan put 281/7 runs on the board as the rest of the batters failed to capitalize on the stunning start.
| Player Name | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Usman Khan | 60 | 94 | 6 | 0 | 63.82 |
| Shahzaib Khan | 159 | 147 | 5 | 10 | 108.16 |
| Haroon Arshad | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 50.00 |
| Muhammad Riazullah | 27 | 33 | 2 | 1 | 81.81 |
| Farhan Yousaf | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Faham-ul-Haq | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 57.14 |
| Saad Baig (c)† | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 57.14 |
| Umar Zaib | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 200.00 |
| Naveed Ahmed Khan | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Extras (lb 3, w 14) | 17 | ||||
| Total | 281/7 | 5.62 RR |
Did not bat: Abdul Subhan, Ali Raza
Fall of Wickets:
- 1-160 (Usman Khan, 30.4 ov)
- 2-170 (Haroon Arshad, 32.1 ov)
- 3-241 (Muhammad Riazullah, 43.3 ov)
- 4-241 (Farhan Yousaf, 43.4 ov)
- 5-253 (Faham-ul-Haq, 45.6 ov)
- 6-274 (Saad Baig, 48.6 ov)
- 7-274 (Shahzaib Khan, 49.1 ov)
In reply, India were 56/3 at the time of writing.
A Bright Future Ahead
With this innings, Shazaib Khan has firmly established himself as a linchpin in Pakistan’s youth batting lineup. With rumors swirling about Pakistan looking for new blood in the international cricket team, the 19-year-old has firmly established himself as the one to look out for.
As fans revel in Shazaib’s brilliance, the cricketing world will now watch closely to see how this prodigious talent continues to redefine what is possible on the field. One thing is certain—Shazaib Khan’s name is now etched in Pakistan’s cricketing folklore.
Highest Youth-ODI Scores for Pakistan:
| Player Name | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s | Strike Rate | Team | Opponent | Location | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shahzaib Khan | 159 | 147 | 5 | 10 | 108.16 | PAK Under-19 | IND Under-19 | Dubai (DICS) | 30 Nov 2024 |
| Shamyl Hussain | 150 | 155 | 13 | 7 | 137.61 | PAK Under-19 | SL Under-19s | Karachi | 27 Oct 2023 |
| Abdul Razzaq | 142 | – | – | – | 0.00 | PAK Under-19 | AUS Under-19 | Shepparton | 29 Nov 1997 |
| Shahid Yousuf | 136* | 144 | 12 | 4 | 94.44 | PAK Under-19 | SL Under-19s | Moratuwa | 24 Aug 2003 |
| Haseebullah Khan | 136 | 151 | 9 | 2 | 90.06 | PAK Under-19 | SL Under-19s | North Sound | 03 Feb 2022 |
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