Bangladesh's woes amplify after Wahaj, Saad centuries in U19 Four-Day.

LAHORE -- Pakistan's Wahaj Riaz and Saad Baig scored terrific centuries before Bangladesh lost a wicket in a daunting chase of 411 on what was a thrilling day of cricket at the Multan Cricket Stadium.

The third day of the four-day U19 contest resumed with Pakistan at 54 for two in the second innings and the two batters on strike. Wahaj and Saad scored 117 each to propel the hosts to 347. Wahaj struck five sixes and 10 fours in his 172-ball innings, while Saad, who is the captain of the side, scored his century more briskly, hitting 18 fours and a six in his 134-ball knock.

The pair struck a crucial 222-run partnership for the third wicket that put Pakistan well in front of the tourists. Haseeb Nazim scored a half-century at number five as...

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