India's U19 Team Clinches 2026 ACC Asia Cup with Thrilling Last-Minute Victory Over Pakistan

India U19 Triumphs in ACC Asia Cup Final

In a spectacular display of cricket, the India Under-19 team celebrated a thrilling victory over Pakistan Under-19 by just one wicket in the final of the 2026 ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup on Saturday. The match, held at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground, saw India chase down a daunting target of 338 runs, finishing at 339/9 in a nail-biting finish.

Key players Mohit Ulva and Manal Chauhan were instrumental in this memorable win, with Ulva scoring an impressive 49 runs off only 26 balls to lead India to victory. Pakistan, having won the toss and chosen to bat first, set a formidable score of 337/9 in their allotted overs.

Usman Khan was the standout performer for Pakistan, scoring a century with 107 runs from 111 balls, including 11 fours and three sixes. Abdul Qadir also made a significant impact with a quick-fire 80 runs off 54 balls, featuring eight sixes and three fours. Contributions from captain Farhan Yousaf, who scored 63 runs, and Ahmed Hussain, who added 17 runs, bolstered Pakistan's total. For India, Kavya Patel excelled with the ball, taking four wickets for 68 runs, while Chigurupati Venkata secured three wickets.

India's innings began steadily, with captain Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani scoring 80 runs off 101 balls. Aaryavir Sehwag added 58 runs from 61 balls, and Manal Chauhan kept the momentum going with a brisk 47 runs off just 32 balls. Despite losing wickets at crucial moments, Mohit Ulva's unbeaten 49 runs off 26 balls, including five fours and three sixes, sealed the victory for India. Chigurupati Venkata provided essential support with 11 runs off eight balls. Pakistan's Rizwanullah took three wickets, while Niqab Shafiq claimed two. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Indian U19 team, showcasing their resilience and skill in a high-stakes match against their rivals.