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Watch Ahmed Hussain takes a breathtaking catch against Scotland | The Express Tribune
Ahmed Hussain continues to stamp his mark on the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup 2026, not only with the bat but also with moments of outstanding athleticism in the field.
The 18-year-old Pakistan all-rounder produced another breathtaking catch during Pakistan’s group-stage clash against Scotland at the Takashinga Sports Club on Monday.
The moment came in the 45th over of Scotland’s innings. Mohammad Sayyam pushed one up on leg stump and Scotland batter Manu Saraswat attempted to whip it away, only to close the face and offer a leading edge.
Ahmed Hussain, stationed at backward point, sprinted back and judged the ball perfectly over his shoulder before completing a stunning catch on the move.
The effort drew instant praise from the commentators and quickly became one of the standout fielding moments of the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 so far.
It was not an isolated act. Earlier in the tournament, Ahmed had pulled off a sensational catch at point during Pakistan’s opening fixture against England, signalling his value as a complete package in youth cricket. His catching has added a sharp edge to Pakistan’s defensive work, an area the team has visibly focused on in the build-up to the World Cup.
Pakistan went on to secure a comfortable six-wicket victory over Scotland to register their first win of the tournament. Chasing a modest target of 188, the Green Shirts reached 188 for 4 in 43.1 overs. After a brief wobble early in the chase, Ahmed Hussain and Usman Khan put the game firmly beyond Scotland with a decisive 111-run partnership for the third wicket.
Usman Khan top-scored with a composed 75 off 85 balls, while Ahmed played the anchor role, finishing with 47 from 92 deliveries. Their calm approach ensured Pakistan never lost control of the chase.
For Scotland, off-spinner Ollie Jones and Manu Saraswat picked up two wickets apiece, but it was Ahmed Hussain’s brilliance in the field that remained the lasting image of Pakistan’s ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 clash with Scotland.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled ticketing information for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 Qualifier between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United, set to take place at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium on Tuesday.
According to the cricket board, E-Tickets for the high-stakes fixture can be purchased from tonight, with prices for all enclosures of the aforementioned venue set at Rs500.
Furthermore, the physical tickets will be available for sale from Tuesday morning and can be bought at the TCS Express Centre at the China Ground situated opposite the venue.
The PCB further advised fans with tickets to reach the stadium “well before the start of play” to avoid any inconvenience. Notably, the coin toss for the Qualifier will take place at 6:30pm as per the Pakistan Standard Time (PST), with the first ball to be bowled at 7pm.
Meanwhile, the ticket details for the remaining two playoffs, set to be played in Lahore, will be announced in due course.
The cricket board announced the ticketing details hours after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif granted approval for public attendance in all three playoffs of the ongoing PSL 11.
Taking to X, PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi said he had a meeting with the premier, during which the cricket board secured his approval for allowing fans in the stadia for the upcoming playoffs of the eight-team tournament.
“Just had a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and I’m pleased to share that we have secured his approval for public attendance in all three PSL playoff matches as well,” Naqvi wrote on the microblogging website.
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled ticketing information for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11 Qualifier between Peshawar Zalmi and Islamabad United, set to take place at Karachi’s National Bank Stadium on Tuesday.
According to the cricket board, E-Tickets for the high-stakes fixture can be purchased from tonight, with prices for all enclosures of the aforementioned venue set at Rs500.
Furthermore, the physical tickets will be available for sale from Tuesday morning and can be bought at the TCS Express Centre at the China Ground situated opposite the venue.
The PCB further advised fans with tickets to reach the stadium “well before the start of play” to avoid any inconvenience. Notably, the coin toss for the Qualifier will take place at 6:30pm as per the Pakistan Standard Time (PST), with the first ball to be bowled at 7pm.
Meanwhile, the ticket details for the remaining two playoffs, set to be played in Lahore, will be announced in due course.
The cricket board announced the ticketing details hours after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif granted approval for public attendance in all three playoffs of the ongoing PSL 11.
Taking to X, PCB Chief Mohsin Naqvi said he had a meeting with the premier, during which the cricket board secured his approval for allowing fans in the stadia for the upcoming playoffs of the eight-team tournament.
“Just had a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and I’m pleased to share that we have secured his approval for public attendance in all three PSL playoff matches as well,” Naqvi wrote on the microblogging website.
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chairman Mohsin Naqvi announced on Monday that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif granted approval for public attendance in all three playoff matches of the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 11.
“Just had a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and I’m pleased to share that we have secured his approval for public attendance in all three PSL playoff matches as well,” Naqvi wrote on his official X handle.
However, Naqvi cautioned that the permission “comes with an important condition from his side that fans are strongly encouraged to use public transport or minimise fuel consumption while attending the matches, in line with the ongoing national austerity efforts”.
Just had a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and I’m pleased to share that we have secured his approval for public attendance in all three PSL playoff matches as well.
However, this comes with an important condition from his side that fans are strongly encouraged to… pic.twitter.com/SXtyhrIBpF
— Mohsin Naqvi (@MohsinnaqviC42) April 27, 2026
“He also conveyed his best wishes to all four teams competing in the PSL playoffs. Looking forward to some exciting and entertaining cricket ahead,” he added.
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