Pakistan’s hilarious fielding blunder (Screengrabs)
India were batting at 202 with just one wicket remaining when Mohammed Sayyam bowled a length delivery to Kavya Patel. Rajput’s century helps India cross 200 Earlier, Arjun Rajput had played a brilliant innings of 107 off 85 balls to help India recover from a poor start. The Indian team later slipped to 86/5 before Rajput took charge and fought back against Pakistan’s bowling attack, which also featured Rizwanullah and Mohammed Sayyam. However, despite Rajput’s efforts, Pakistan eventually bowled India out for 208 in 46.3 overs, setting themselves a target of 209 runs to win.
Because of confusion over who would take it, india’s clash against Pakistan in the U-19 Asia Cup witnessed a funny moment when three Pakistani fielders failed to catch a simple high ball. India had lost captain Lakshya Raichandani for a duck after Ali Raza struck early. The incident happened during the 44th over, leaving the Indian players and dugout amused. Patel stepped out to hit the ball but got a top edge, sending it high into the air. Sayyam, wicketkeeper Hamza Zahoor and fielder Usman Khan all rushed towards the ball, but none of them took responsibility for the catch. At the last moment, all three moved away, allowing the ball to fall safely onto the ground. Watch: Join conversation Share your thoughts in the comments Be respectful · TOI community guidelines The mistake left Sayyam visibly angry, and he immediately questioned his teammates over the missed opportunity. Meanwhile, Patel and Ishan Sood were seen smiling at the other end after getting an unexpected second chance. The incident quickly became one of the most entertaining moments of the match. Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.