India's Under-19 Team Clinches Thrilling Asia Cup Title Against Pakistan

In a thrilling finale, the Indian Under-19 cricket team clinched the 2026 ACC Asia Cup title with a dramatic one-wicket win over Pakistan. Former cricketer Madan Lal praised the team's performance, highlighting the significance of such victories for the future of Indian cricket. The match showcased remarkable contributions from young talents, including captain Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani and Mohit Ulva. This victory not only ends a five-year title drought but also reinforces India's status as the most successful team in the tournament's history. Read on to discover more about this exciting match and its implications for the future of cricket in India.

By Narendra Chaudhary Nov 14, 2026, 23:52 IST

A Historic Victory for Indian Cricket

Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], November 14: Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal expressed his congratulations to the Indian Under-19 team following their exhilarating one-wicket win over Pakistan in the final of the 2026 ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup. He noted that such victories signify a positive trend in Indian cricket and will instill confidence in young players.

In a remarkable display at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman on Saturday, India successfully chased down Pakistan's formidable score of 337/9, finishing at 339/9 in a nail-biting final over, thereby securing their ninth title in this tournament.

After the match, Madan Lal remarked that triumphs in high-stakes games would bolster the future of cricket in the country, as these junior players are likely to transition into the senior team.

"First and foremost, I want to congratulate them on this fantastic win. Achieving victories like this indicates that our cricket is progressing positively. Such wins will greatly boost the confidence of our Under-19 players. A nation with a strong junior cricket framework will naturally excel at the senior level, as these young talents will eventually rise to the senior team. Mohit Ulva's performance in the last over exemplifies his confidence in clinching the game at a crucial moment," he stated.

The Indian innings was led by captain Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani, who scored 80 runs off 101 balls, while Aaryavir Sehwag contributed 58 runs from 61 balls. Manal Chauhan added 47 runs off 32 balls, and Mohit Ulva's unbeaten 49 runs off just 26 balls propelled India to victory. Chigurupati Venkata remained not out on 11.

Madan Lal also commended the young batsmen, emphasizing that their performances at this level could pave the way for their inclusion in the senior national team.

"The batting was impressive. Lakshya [Raichandani] played exceptionally well, and Aaryavir Sehwag also performed admirably. These youngsters are proving their capabilities, indicating that they are ready to represent India. All these factors are very promising for Indian cricket," he added.

Earlier, Pakistan had set a challenging target after choosing to bat first. Usman Khan scored 107 runs off 111 balls, while Abdul Qadir made 80 runs off 54 balls, and captain Farhan Yousaf contributed 63 runs off 60 balls. For India, Kavya Patel took four wickets for 68 runs, and Chigurupati Venkata claimed three.

This victory marked the end of a five-year wait for India to reclaim the Under-19 Asia Cup title, with their last win occurring in 2021 against Sri Lanka in the UAE. India continues to be the most successful team in the tournament's history, boasting nine titles, including a shared championship in 2012.

While celebrating this achievement, Madan Lal reminded the young players that their journey is just beginning. "I want to congratulate them and also emphasize that the path ahead is long, but today’s victory is worth celebrating," he concluded.