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Bangladesh struggled with the bat in the Youth Asia Cup semi-final, being bowled out for just 138 against Pakistan in Al Amerat, Oman, on Thursday.
Pakistan need 139 runs to secure a place in the final.
After winning the toss, Bangladesh opted to bat but got off to a disastrous start, losing opener SK Zarif Siam for just four runs. No. 3 batter Kawsar Ahmed also failed to make an impact.
Opener Abdullah Al Muhi then steadied the innings under pressure, scoring a half-century. He made 50 off 45 balls, hitting four boundaries and two sixes.
Captain Farid Hasan scored 17 off 26 balls, while Al Rafi contributed 20 off 22 deliveries and Rakibul Hossain added 26 off 39 balls.
However, the other batters failed to build substantial partnerships, and Bangladesh were dismissed for 138 in 31.4 overs.
Rizwanullah was Pakistan’s standout bowler, taking five wickets, while Mohammad Sameer claimed two.
In the other semi-final, Afghanistan posted 227 for eight in their 50 overs against India, setting up a challenging chase for the Indians.