Aaryavir Sehwag Shines with 160 to Propel India U19 into Asia Cup Semis

In a thrilling match at the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026, Aaryavir Sehwag delivered a stunning performance, scoring 160 runs to lead India U19 to a 70-run victory over the UAE. His innings, filled with aggressive boundaries, not only fulfilled a promise to his father, Virender Sehwag, but also secured India's place in the semi-finals. The match showcased India's batting prowess and strategic bowling, with captain Lakshya Raichandani praising the team's efforts. UAE's captain Ayaan Misbah acknowledged areas for improvement but noted significant progress in their performance. This victory sets the stage for India's upcoming challenges in the tournament.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 10, 2026, 23:37 IST

Aaryavir Sehwag's Promising Performance

Al Amerat, Oman - On November 10, India U19 batsman Aaryavir Sehwag disclosed that he had made a promise to his father, Virender Sehwag, to score a significant century before his impressive 160-run innings against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026.

Aaryavir, who earned the Player of the Match title for his outstanding performance of 160 runs off 168 balls, expressed his determination to bat for approximately 40 overs, despite the difficulties presented by the turning pitch. He maintained a positive mindset, not letting dot balls deter his focus.

"It feels incredible. The pitch had some turn. I decided to play long and aimed to bat for around 40 overs. There were challenges, but I didn’t let dot balls affect me. I knew I could catch up, and I aimed for a big score. I promised my dad I would achieve a big hundred, and thankfully, I did. He prefers big scores," Aaryavir shared during the post-match interview.

His innings, featuring 17 boundaries and seven sixes, was instrumental in helping India set a total of 309/7 in their 50 overs. He also formed a vital 193-run partnership with VK Vineeth, who contributed 67 runs off 69 balls, placing India in a strong position.

India ultimately triumphed over UAE by 70 runs, securing their spot in the tournament's semi-finals.

India's U19 captain, Lakshya Raichandani, commended the team's batting performance, labeling the total as above par for the dry pitch. He highlighted the significant partnership between Aaryavir and Vineeth as a key factor in their victory.

"We batted well and achieved an above-par score on this wicket. The spinners posed some resistance later, but overall, it was a good performance. The pitch was dry, lacking moisture. We just needed to hit the right lengths and maintain pressure. Ishan bowled exceptionally well, executing our plans effectively. The partnership was crucial, and VK Vineeth's innings complemented Aaryavir's performance beautifully," Lakshya remarked.

UAE captain Ayaan Misbah recognized that dropped catches and a lack of aggression during the middle overs hampered his team's chances. However, he expressed satisfaction with the progress in UAE's batting compared to the previous year, noting that they were now competing against stronger teams and completing their full 50 overs.

"We dropped a few catches, but our bowling effort was commendable. We lacked intent in the middle overs, with some players taking it too easy. Noorullah is performing well in his current role, and I believe he should stay there. Compared to last year, our batting has improved significantly. We are now playing the full fifty overs and competing with Test teams like India and Pakistan, which boosts our confidence for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers," Ayaan stated.

India's bowlers effectively restricted UAE to 239 runs, with Ishan Sood leading the attack by taking four wickets for 37 runs, ensuring a 70-run victory for India.

With this win, India has secured their place in the semi-finals of the ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 and aims to maintain their momentum as they advance to the knockout stage.