This loss comes on the heels of Afghanistan's earlier 2-0 defeat to Nepal in another friendly match.

Batting first, Afghanistan posted an impressive total of 359 runs for the loss of five wickets in 50 overs.

The trilateral tournament, which began on November 11, is set to run until November 19.

The statement highlighted the importance of coordinated engagement with the country and the continuation of humanitarian aid and sustainable development.

Pakistan’s Under-19 team struggled to chase the target, managing only 206 runs.

Veteran all-rounder Mohammad Nabi leads the rankings, followed by Rashid Khan in third place.

Gurbaz reached the landmark in a crucial match against Bangladesh in Sharjah

Bangladesh now drops to ninth, while Afghanistan climbs to eighth.

Bangladesh, having won the toss and elected to bat first, set a target of 245 runs, led by Mahmudullah’s 98.