KEY POINTS
- Staggering 471-run Asia Cup tournament at an average of 157
- Fearless 172 against India to claim final and Player of Series
- Dominates pace and spin with modern, aggressive batting style
- Next target: leading Pakistan’s campaign at ICC U19 World Cup
ISLAMABAD: Sameer Minhas, the 19-year-old batting sensation from Pakistan’s historic city Multan, has set the stage for a global breakthrough.
His recent demolition of a 172-run masterclass against India in the Under-19 Asia Cup final was not an isolated incident, but the culmination of a carefully nurtured journey.
Pakistan got an amazing talent Sameer Minhas, great knock in Asian Cup Final pic.twitter.com/g2OMfuow6e
— Dr Anil Gurjar (@Dr_Akgurjar) December 21, 2025
Born into a cricketing family, his father, former Pakistan U-19 player Kashif Minhas, recognised the talent in both his sons early on.
The family’s strategic relocation to Lahore for better facilities was a clear investment in that future, a path already being walked by Sameer’s elder brother, Arafat, who has broken into the senior T20I side.
Sameer Minhas of Pakistan U19 team is a special batting talent. I'm not exaggerating when I say that he's looking better than what the likes of Babar looked at his age. Playing like a dream in U19 Asia Cup final vs Ind.
But I totally expect PCB to spoil his talent and career 🥲
— Gaurav Nandan Tripathi | गौरव नंदन त्रिपाठी (@Cric_Beyond_Ent) December 21, 2025
Tournament Dominated
Minhas didn’t just win the final; he owned the entire Asia Cup. His tournament statistics are staggering: 471 runs at an average of 157, with a strike rate of 117.45, including two colossal centuries.
He announced his intent with an unbeaten 177 against Malaysia and sealed his legacy with the monumental 113-ball 172 in the final, powering Pakistan to a crushing 191-run victory and the Youth Asia Cup title.
RECORD BREAKING KNOCK BY SAMEER MINHAS 🤯🔥
– He has scored twice 150+ This tournament pic.twitter.com/gyrvvHF3Ke
— junaiz (@dhillow_) December 21, 2025
The innings showcased his fearless, modern game, effortlessly lofting pacers and charging spinners with authority, a performance that earned him both Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament honours.
ICC U-19 World Cup
When asked about the pressure of an India-Pakistan final, Minhas displayed a maturity beyond his years. “I just wanted to play my natural game,” he stated, a philosophy that translated into pure domination.
Sameer Minhas, the tournament’s standout performer, named legendary batter Babar Azam as his favourite player from the national team.
Watching Sameer Minhas bat for the first time, seems to be generously gifted with technique, and is apparently consistent too
— Rachit Tewari (@RachitZenithal) December 21, 2025
With the Asia Cup proving his pedigree, the focus now shifts sharply to the upcoming ICC Under-19 World Cup.
Carrying the hopes of a nation and the form of his life, Sameer Minhas, the opener from Multan, is not just looking to participate; he is looking to conquer, signalling the arrival of Pakistan’s next potential cricketing superstar on the world stage.
Sameer Minhas — brother of Arafat Minhas — looks like a real special talent. Now it’s up to the PCB whether they nurture his flair… or end up killing it.#INDU19vPAKU19 #U19AsiaCupfinal https://t.co/LVzc7vaZst
— Encrypted Layman 🍁 (@FreddieFaizaan) December 21, 2025
Experts and fans across Pakistan and India praise Sameer Minhas for his complete shot range, fearless mindset, and balanced dominance against both pace and spin.
His aggressive, match-winning strike rate of 117.45 marks him as a modern opener. Seen as Pakistan’s trump card for the U19 World Cup, he is widely tipped to soon graduate to the senior national team.
