Pakistan Under-19s face Zimbabwe U19s in the final for the Zimbabwe Under-19 One Day Tri-Series, with recent performances, squad depth and conditions shaping the match outlook.
Final – Pakistan Under-19s vs Zimbabwe Under-19s
Venue: Sunrise Sports Club, Harare
The Zimbabwe Under-19 OD Tri-Series reaches its climax as hosts Zimbabwe Under-19s face a confident Pakistan Under-19s in the Final at Sunrise Sports Club. Both sides have shown resilience and growth throughout the tournament, setting up a compelling contest for the title.
Pakistan Under-19s arrive in the final with strong momentum, having displayed greater consistency across batting and bowling departments. Zimbabwe Under-19s, meanwhile, will lean on home conditions and spirited performances that have carried them into the decider.
Recent Form Guide
Zimbabwe Under-19s
Zimbabwe have shown admirable fight throughout the tri-series, relying on their batting partnerships rather than individual performances, while the bowling unit has impressed when operating with discipline. However, Zimbabwe have occasionally struggled to sustain pressure through the middle overs, especially against stronger batting line-ups.
Batting Stats LISTA
Key strengths
Familiarity with Sunrise Sports Club conditions
Competitive bowling spells
Strong leadership from Simbarashe Mudzengerere
Pakistan Under-19s
Pakistan Under-19s have looked the most balanced side in the competition. Their top and middle order has delivered under pressure, while the bowling attack has consistently taken wickets across all phases. Captain Farhan Yousaf has marshalled his resources well, and Pakistan’s depth gives them flexibility whether batting first or chasing.
Key strengths
Batting depth and adaptability
Wicket-taking bowlers in middle overs
Calm game management in tight moments
Players to Watch
Zimbabwe Under-19s
Michael Jan Blignaut – A technically sound batter capable of anchoring the innings in pressure situations.
Kian Hendrik Blignaut (WK) – Offers value with both bat and gloves and can accelerate if required.
Simbarashe Mudzengerere (C) – His leadership and all-round contributions will be vital in the final.
Pakistan Under-19s
Farhan Yousaf (C) – A dependable top-order batter who sets the tone and leads from the front.
Daniyal Ali Khan – A key bowling option capable of breaking partnerships at crucial moments.
Hamza Zahoor (WK) – A dangerous middle-order batter who can change the tempo quickly.
Wicket Takers LISTA
Predicted Squads
Zimbabwe Under-19s squads
Pakistan Under-19s squad
Match Prediction – Pakistan Under-19s v Zimbabwe Under-19s
Cricket Match Predictions* – PrePlay
Who will win the toss? – Zimbabwe Under-19s (home conditions, likely to prefer bowling first)
Who will win?- Pakistan Under-19s
Top Batter (Runs Scored) – Farhan Yousaf (Pakistan Under-19s) – consistent at the top, strong temperament in pressure games
Top Bowler (Wickets taken) – Daniyal Ali Khan (Pakistan Under-19s) – wicket-taking option through the middle overs
Most Sixes – Hamza Zahoor (Pakistan Under-19s) – capable of accelerating late in the innings
Player of the Match – Farhan Yousaf (Pakistan Under-19s) – leadership plus likely top-order contribution
Team Scores Batting first – Pakistan Under-19s: 245–265 ; Zimbabwe Under-19s: 215–235
Match Handicap: Pakistan Under-19s –25 to –35 runs
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*NB these predictions may be changed nearer the start of the match once the final starting teams have been announced and we will be running ‘In-Play’ features, so stay tuned.
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