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…