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.
