Australia reached the ultimate of the ICC Below 19 World Cup 2024 as they beat Pakistan by one wicket in an exciting second semi-final on Friday, February 09 at Willowmoore Park, Benoni. Defending a small complete of 179, Pakistan bowlers confirmed nice coronary heart as they left Australia reeling at 164/9 with 16 runs away from a win.
Tailender Raf MacMillan (19* off 29) and Callum Vidler (2* off 9) weren’t prepared to surrender as they introduced the equation down to a few wanted off the final over. Proper-arm seamer Mohammad Zeeshan was given the duty to defend two runs for Pakistan. Nevertheless, a lot to his dismay, MacMillan bought an inside edge on the primary supply which ran in the direction of the fine-leg boundary for a 4 shattering Pakistan’s hopes of reaching the finals.
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Notably, Pakistan had one additional fielder contained in the ring as they failed to finish their 50 overs in time. As per the ICC (Worldwide Cricket Council) guidelines, the fielding group is penalized for not finishing their overs within the stipulated time by bringing an additional fielder contained in the 30-yard circle for the remaining overs that are left to be bowled after the cut-off time.
In Pakistan’s case, that fielder was introduced in from advantageous leg, the very place they conceded the boundary on the primary ball of the final over. Therefore, not finishing their overs in time value them dearly and have become one of many causes behind them being knocked out of the event.
Tom Straker registered finest bowling figures in U-19 World Cup knockouts
After being put in to bat first, Pakistan have been bundled out for 179 with half-centuries from Azan Awais (52 off 91) and Arafat Minhas (52 off 61). For Australia, right-arm seamer Tom Straker starred with the ball with figures of 6/24 in 9.5 overs. Notably, it was additionally the very best bowling efficiency within the knockout phases of the U-19 World Cup ever.
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In reply, Harry Dixon (50 off 75) and Oliver Peake (49 off 75) starred with the bat for Australia whereas Ali Raza picked up 4/34 for Pakistan. Following their thrilling win, Australia will tackle the five-time champions India within the last on Sunday, February 11 at Willowmoore Park, Benoni.
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