WATCH: Vaibhav Suryavanshi struggles against Pakistan in U19 Asia Cup 2025, Rajasthan Royals youngster falls cheaply after record-breaking knock earlier.
Published: December 14, 2025 12:44 PM IST
New Delhi: India’s 14-year-old batting sensation, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, was once again expected to deliver a big innings, but he failed to make an impact in the high-voltage clash against Pakistan. In the ACC Under-19 Asia Cup 2025 Group A match played in Dubai, Vaibhav was dismissed for just 5 runs, giving the Indian camp an early setback.
Rain and a Tense Start
The match began after a one-hour rain delay, which reduced the contest to 49 overs per side. Pakistan captain Farhan Yusuf won the toss and elected to bowl first. The lack of a handshake between the two captains during the toss also became a talking point, adding to the already tense atmosphere.
All Eyes on Vaibhav
All eyes were on Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who had set a record in his previous innings against the UAE by scoring 171 runs. He had reached his century in just 56 balls in that match and also set a record for the most sixes in a Youth ODI. Therefore, a blistering start was expected from him against Pakistan as well.
A Slower Ball Ends the Dream
Vaibhav’s innings started on a tense note. Pakistan appealed loudly on the very first ball, prompting the umpire to warn the fielding team. However, in the sixth over, a clever slower ball from Mohammad Siyam trapped Vaibhav. In an attempt to play an aggressive shot, the ball went straight into the bowler’s hands, and his innings ended with a simple return catch.
SEYAM DISMISSES VAIBHAV SURYAVANSHI FOR 5 RUNS ❤️ pic.twitter.com/qmjDd0SnJg
— PCT Replays 2.0 (@ReplaysPCT) December 14, 2025
India Stabilizes the Innings
At the time of Vaibhav’s dismissal, India’s score was 67/1 in 8 overs. Captain Ayush Mhatre and Allan George then took on the responsibility of stabilizing the innings. Ayush played aggressively, scoring 37 runs off 21 balls, while the duo had already forged a crucial 43-run partnership off 34 balls. India is trying to recover from the early setback and build their innings.
Story Highlights
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi was dismissed for just 5 runs against Pakistan.
- The match was reduced to 49 overs per side due to rain.
- Vaibhav’s wicket fell to a slower ball from Mohammad Siyam.
- Ayush Mhatre and Allan George steadied the Indian innings.
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