Aaryavir Sehwag scores 160 as India U19 beat UAE to reach semi-finals
India U19 secured a place in the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 70-run victory over the United Arab Emirates.
Aaryavir Sehwag scored 160 runs to guide India U19 to a 70-run win over the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday in the ACC Men's U19 Asia Cup 2026. According to the Times of India, India posted 309/7 in their 50 overs after electing to bat first.
Sehwag and captain Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani shared a 62-run opening stand before Raichandani was dismissed for 17. Sehwag then shared a 193-run partnership for the second wicket with VK Vineeth, who scored 67 off 69 balls.
Sehwag's innings included 17 fours and seven sixes from 168 deliveries. UAE's Naseem Khan took four wickets for 48 runs to help restrict the Indian total.
Chasing 310, the UAE was bowled out for 239 in 50 overs. Ahmed Khudadad top-scored for the visitors with 74, while Noorullah Ayobi contributed 39.
Ishan Sood led the Indian bowling effort, taking three wickets for 37 runs, according to the Times of India. The victory ensures India advances to the semi-finals.
India is scheduled to face Afghanistan in the semi-final on November 12.