Mohammad Yousaf hit his second century of the series as Pakistan U17 beat Sri Lanka U17 by 27 runs in the fifth match, wrapping up the series 4-1 in Multan.

Yousaf followed up his 117 earlier in the series with 105 to finish with 311 runs, a total that included a half-century. Captain Azan Ahmed also had a satisfying series, aggregating 263 runs with three half-centuries, besides inspiring his side to the series win.

Among the bowlers, fast bowler Fahad Iqbal was head and shoulders above the rest, finishing with 12 wickets in five matches, while Ammar Khan took eight.

In the fifth 50-over match on Saturday, Pakistan U17 batted first and posted 283 for seven, with Yousaf scoring 105 and Azan 91. Yousaf’s 130-ball innings included 12 fours, while Azan hit six fours and three sixes in a 92-ball 91.

The two batters added 138 runs for the third wicket.

In turn, Sri Lanka finished on 256 for seven, with Sandaru Malshan (56), Yenula Hewavitharana (46) and Chenul Milnaka (40 not out) the notable run-scorers.

Scores in brief

5th 50-over match – Pakistan U17 beat Sri Lanka U17 by 27 runs, win series 4-1

Pakistan U17 283-7, 50 overs (Mohammad Yousaf 105, Azan Ahmed 91, Hamid Raza 30; Raveen Sachintha 2-51, Kalindu Sachinthana 2-53)

Sri Lanka U17 256-7, 50 overs (Sandaru Malshan 56, Yenula Hewavitharana 46, Chenul Milnaka 40 not out; Mohammad Saim 2-30)

Player of the match – Mohammad Yousaf

Previous results:

Three-day match – Drawn, Multan (Oct. 9-11)
1st 50-over match – Sri Lanka U17 beat Pakistan U17 by 99 runs, Multan
2nd 50-over match – Pakistan U17 beat Sri Lanka U17 by 151 runs, Multan
3rd 50-over match – Pakistan U17 beat Sri Lanka U17 by five wickets, Multan
4th 50-over match – Pakistan U17 beat Sri Lanka U17 by 93 runs, Multan