Aaryavir Sehwag's 160 fires India U19 to 70-run win, Asia Cup SF spot
Synopsis
Aaryavir Sehwag, the son of batting icon Virender Sehwag, did justice to his famous last name with a 160-run demolition job that rocketed India U19 into the Asia Cup semi-finals. His 193-run stand with VK Vineeth set up a 309-run total; the bowlers, led by Ishan Sood's 4-37, did the rest. India now face Afghanistan U19 on Thursday — a generational audition on the biggest junior stage.
Key Takeaways
Aaryavir Sehwag scored 160 off 168 balls (17 fours, 7 sixes) against UAE U19 on 10 November at Al Amerat .
India U19 posted 309/7 in 50 overs and won by 70 runs , bowling UAE out for 239 .
VK Vineeth (67 off 69) and Aaryavir shared a 193-run third-wicket partnership .
Pace bowler Ishan Sood took 4-37 in 7 overs to spearhead the bowling attack.
India qualified for the U19 Asia Cup semi-final as Group A runners-up behind Pakistan U19.
India will face Afghanistan U19 (2017 winners) in the second semi-final on Thursday .
Aaryavir Sehwag, son of India batting legend Virender Sehwag, blazed his way to a stunning 160 off 168 balls to power India U19 to a commanding 70-run victory over UAE U19 in the U19 Asia Cup at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground (Ministry Turf 2), Oman, on Tuesday, 10 November. The win confirms India's place in the tournament's last four, where they will face Afghanistan U19 on Thursday.
India's Dominant Batting Display
Aaryavir's innings — laced with 17 fours and seven sixes — was the backbone of India's total of 309/7 in 50 overs. The young opener anchored the chase-defying scorecard after the top order settled in. VK Vineeth at No. 3 contributed a brisk 67 off 69 balls, and together the two put on a mammoth 193-run third-wicket partnership that effectively sealed the game's outcome before the death overs.
India did lose their way slightly in the final stretch — slipping from 255/1 in 44.1 overs to 299/7 in 49.1 overs — before closing on 309/7. UAE medium-pacer Naseem Khan was the pick of the bowlers for the opposition, returning figures of 4-48 in 10 overs.
India's Bowlers Shut Down the Chase
Set a target of 310, UAE never threatened to stay the course. Right-arm fast bowler Ishan Sood was the standout with a sharp 4-37 in 7 overs, while all six other Indian bowlers also chipped in with a wicket each. UAE were eventually bowled out for 239, falling 70 runs short.
The only real resistance came from UAE No. 4 Ahmed Khudadad, who fought a lone battle with a run-a-ball 74. UAE captain and opener Ayaan Misbah made 27, opener Zainullah Rehmani contributed 16, and Yayin Rai scored 29 before falling to Yashbardhan Chauhan. A late 39 off 25 balls from Noorullah Ayobi added brief fireworks but could not alter the result.
Group A Standings and the Road to the Semis
India finished Group A in second place behind Pakistan U19, who had defeated the Indian side earlier in the league stage. With two wins from three matches — including an earlier victory over Nepal U19 — India secured their semi-final berth. This is the eight-time U19 Asia Cup champions' third successive semi-final appearance in the tournament.
Notably, the first semi-final on Thursday will pit defending champions Pakistan U19 against Bangladesh U19, while India take on 2017 winners Afghanistan U19 in the second semi-final on the same day.
Brief Scores
India U19 309/7 in 50 overs (Aaryavir Sehwag 160, VK Vineeth 67; Naseem Khan 4-48, Noorullah Ayobi 1-59) beat UAE U19 239/10 (Ahmed Khudadad 74, Noorullah Ayobi 39; Ishan Sood 4-37, Aryan Savsani 1-21) by 70 runs.
India will now turn their focus to Thursday's semi-final against Afghanistan U19, with the younger Sehwag's form certain to be the talking point in camp.
Point of View
But this innings deserves to be read on its own terms — 168 balls, 17 fours, seven sixes, against a bowling attack that took wickets in bunches at the death. The more instructive story is structural: India's U19 pipeline has reliably produced tournament contenders, yet converting semi-final appearances into titles has become the persistent challenge. Afghanistan in the semis is no routine assignment — the 2017 winners have underlined their pedigree throughout this edition. Whether Aaryavir's breakout can be sustained under knockout pressure is the real question Thursday will answer.
NationPress
11 Nov 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many runs did Aaryavir Sehwag score against UAE U19?
Aaryavir Sehwag scored 160 runs off 168 balls, hitting 17 fours and seven sixes in India U19's U19 Asia Cup match against UAE U19 on 10 November at Al Amerat. It was the cornerstone of India's total of 309/7 in 50 overs.
Did India U19 qualify for the U19 Asia Cup semi-final?
Yes, India U19 qualified for the semi-final by finishing second in Group A with two wins from three matches. They will face Afghanistan U19 in the second semi-final on Thursday.
Who is Aaryavir Sehwag?
Aaryavir Sehwag is the son of former India batting icon Virender Sehwag, one of the most destructive openers in cricket history. The younger Sehwag plays as an opener for India U19 and announced himself on the continental stage with his 160 against UAE.
What are the U19 Asia Cup semi-final fixtures?
Both semi-finals are scheduled for Thursday. Defending champions Pakistan U19 will face Bangladesh U19 in the first semi-final, while India U19 take on 2017 winners Afghanistan U19 in the second semi-final, both at Al Amerat.
Who were the top performers for India U19 in the bowling?
Right-arm fast bowler Ishan Sood was the standout with figures of 4-37 in 7 overs. Notably, all six other Indian bowlers also took a wicket each, bowling UAE out for 239 and sealing a 70-run victory.
