New Delhi, November 14 (Yes Punjab News)
Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) president Rohan Jaitley has praised young batter Aaryavir Sehwag following India’s Under-19 Asia Cup triumph, saying the youngster has the potential to establish his own identity and create records in cricket.
Aaryavir, son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, played a key role in India’s title-winning campaign. He finished as the tournament’s leading run-scorer with 361 runs in five matches, including one century and three half-centuries, and was named Player of the Tournament.
“Heartiest congratulations to the Indian U-19 team! They put up an exceptional performance. Delhi’s Aaryavir Sehwag, son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, showcased tremendous talent and played some fantastic cricket. He has the potential to carve his own identity and create his own records in the game. I wish him continued success in his cricketing journey. Sometimes talent speaks louder than legacy,” Jaitley told IANS.
India clinched a record ninth U-19 Asia Cup title after defeating archrivals Pakistan by one wicket in a thrilling final at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Muscat, Oman, on Saturday.
Chasing 338, India reached 339/9 in 50 overs, with Mohit Ulva hitting a boundary off the final delivery to seal the victory. Captain Lakshya Raichandani top-scored with 80, while Aaryavir scored 58 off 61 balls, including nine fours.
India recovered through a crucial 57-run partnership between Chauhan and Ulva. Chauhan scored 47 off 32 deliveries, while Ulva remained unbeaten on 49. Chigurupati Venkata, unbeaten on 11, also contributed as India negotiated a tense final over, needing eight runs from the last six balls.
Earlier, Pakistan posted 337/9, powered by Usman Khan’s 107, Abdul Qadir’s 80 and captain Farhan Yousaf’s 63. Kavya Patel claimed four wickets for India, while Venkata also contributed with the ball.
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