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Aaryavir Sehwag's sensational 160 powers India U19 to 70-run victory over UAE

By · Via Times of India · Published by Everything Blog

In short

India posted 309/7 thanks largely to a massive 193-run partnership between Aaryavir Sehwag and VK Vineeth. In turn, the Indian bowling unit restricted the United Arab Emirates to 239 runs across their full quota of overs despite half-century resistance from Ahmed Khudadad. Naseem Khan stood out for the UAE attack by claiming four wickets for 48 runs. The comprehensive performance officially propelled India into the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup semi-finals.

Key points

  • India U19 successfully advanced to the tournament semi-finals following their commanding…: India U19 successfully advanced to the tournament semi-finals following their commanding 70-run victory over the UAE.
  • UAE's run chase fell short at 239 runs despite Ahmed Khudadad's team-high effort of 74.: UAE's run chase fell short at 239 runs despite Ahmed Khudadad's team-high effort of 74.
  • India is scheduled to meet Afghanistan in the upcoming semi-final knockout encounter on N…: India is scheduled to meet Afghanistan in the upcoming semi-final knockout encounter on November 12.

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Aaryavir Sehwag delivered a sensational batting performance, smashing a magnificent 160 to guide India U19 to a convincing 70-run victory over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 on Tuesday.

Batting first, India posted an imposing 309/7 in their allotted 50 overs, with Sehwag leading the charge. The opener received excellent support from VK Vineeth, who scored 67, as the duo stitched together a match-defining 193-run partnership for the second wicket.

In response, UAE managed 239 in their 50 overs, falling 70 runs short of the target. India's bowlers delivered a disciplined performance to ensure that the visitors never managed to take control of the chase.

Aaryavir Sehwag, VK Vineeth power India to 309/7

After UAE elected to field, India got off to a steady start with captain Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani and Sehwag adding 62 runs for the opening wicket. Raichandani departed for 17, but his dismissal brought VK Vineeth to the crease, who joined Sehwag in a crucial partnership.

The two batters took the attack to the UAE bowlers, putting together 193 runs…

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