Pakistan batter Ali Raza became the subject of widespread cricket discussion after being dismissed in a bizarre run-out during the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 match against England in Harare, Zimbabwe. The incident, which occurred on Friday, January 16, 2026, has been widely labeled a 'brain-fade' moment due to its unusual nature. Raza, while at the non-striker's end, inexplicably wandered out of his crease without attempting a run after the ball was played. Noticing this lapse in concentration, England's captain and wicketkeeper, Thomas Rew, quickly collected the ball and dislodged the stumps, catching Raza well short of his ground. Replays confirmed the dismissal, sealing Pakistan's fate in the group-stage encounter. The match, a Group C opener, saw England U19 bowl out Pakistan U19 for 173 runs in 46.3 overs while defending a target of 211. England had earlier posted 210 runs. Despite a valiant 65 from Pakistan captain Farhan Yousaf, the team ultimately fell short, losing by 37 runs. Multiple credible sports news outlets, including NDTV Sports, The Indian Express, and various Times of India reports, corroborated the story, highlighting the comical yet impactful nature of the dismissal. The event quickly went viral on social media, emphasizing the importance of remaining vigilant on the cricket field, especially in high-stakes tournaments like the U19 World Cup.