Last Updated on November 15, 2026 2:50 pm by INDIAN AWAAZ
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In Men’s Cricket, India defeated Pakistan by one wicket in a thrilling final to clinch the Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup title in Muscat, Oman, yesterday. Lower-order batters Manal Chauhan and Mohit Ulva played sensational knocks to help India snatch victory from the jaws of defeat and successfully chase down a challenging target of 338 runs.
Needing three runs off the final delivery, Mohit Ulva struck a boundary to seal India’s record-extending ninth title. Mohit remained unbeaten on 49 off just 26 deliveries, while Manal Chauhan contributed a valuable 47 off 32 balls. Skipper Lakshya Raichandani also played a crucial role with a brilliant 80-run knock. Mohit Ulva was named Player of the Match, while Aaryavir Sehwag was awarded Player of the Tournament.
Earlier, opting to bat first, Pakistan posted 337 for 9 in their allotted 50 overs. Their innings was powered by a century from Usman Khan and half-centuries from Abdul Qadir and Farhan Yousaf. For India, Kavya Patel led the bowling attack, claiming four wickets.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah have congratulated the Indian team on its victory in the Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup 2026.