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Mohit stars as India U19 chase down 338 to beat Pakistan by one wicket and clinch Asia Cup title

By · Via Times of India · Published by Everything Blog

In short

India successfully chased down the 338-run target to finish at 339 for 9 in exactly 49.6 overs against Pakistan. The top order established an early foundation with an opening partnership of 90 runs before key wickets tumbled. Despite the pressure of requiring 29 runs off the last 17 balls, Ulva's late cameo steered the side over the line.

Key points

  • Number 10 batter Mohit Ulva delivered a decisive performance by hitting 49 runs off 26 de…: Number 10 batter Mohit Ulva delivered a decisive performance by hitting 49 runs off 26 deliveries to seal the trophy.
  • A foundational 90-run opening stand between Aaryavir Sehwag and captain Lakshya Raichanda…: A foundational 90-run opening stand between Aaryavir Sehwag and captain Lakshya Raichandani kept the team on track early.
  • Chigurupati Venkata made crucial contributions with both disciplines by claiming three wi…: Chigurupati Venkata made crucial contributions with both disciplines by claiming three wickets and remaining 11 not out at the close.

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In a final that had everything, India U19 pulled off a sensational one-wicket victory over

Pakistan to clinch the Under-19 Asia Cup title in a last-ball thriller on Saturday. Just when the defending champions looked certain to seal the trophy, number 10 batter Mohit Ulva produced a breathtaking unbeaten 49 off just 26 balls to guide India home in a remarkable 339-run chase.

India, who were chasing a daunting target of 338, finished at 339/9 in 49.6 overs, with Ulva smashing the winning boundary off the final delivery. Chigurupati Venkata remained unbeaten on 11 as the Indian players stormed onto the field to celebrate an unforgettable triumph.

Usman Khan's century powers Pakistan to 337/9

Earlier, opener Usman Khan led Pakistan's batting effort with a brilliant 107 off 106 balls, helping the defending champions post 337/9 in their allotted 50 overs. Usman shared a 62-run opening stand with Hayam Khan before combining with Abdul Qadir for a massive 135-run partnership. Qadir played an aggressive knock of 80 off just 54 deliveries, bringing up his maiden Youth ODI half-century in 39 balls.

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