India beat Pakistan in last-ball thriller to clinch U19 Asia Cup

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India clinched the 2026 ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup title with a thrilling one-wicket victory over Pakistan in the final at Al Amerat, Oman, on Saturday.

India clinched the 2026 ACC Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup title with a thrilling one-wicket victory over Pakistan in the final at Al Amerat, Oman, on Saturday.

Chasing a daunting 338-run target, India reached 339 for nine off the final ball to seal a memorable win. Mohit Ulva remained unbeaten on 49 off just 26 balls, while Manal Chauhan struck 47 off 32 deliveries to produce a match-winning 57-run ninth-wicket partnership.

Earlier, Pakistan posted 337 for nine, powered by Usman Khan’s 107 off 111 balls. Abdul Qadir contributed 80 off 54 balls, while captain Farhan Yousaf added 63.

India’s chase was anchored by skipper Lakshya Raichandani, who scored 80, and Aaryavir Sehwag, who made 58. However, a series of wickets left India struggling before Ulva and Chauhan revived their hopes. Chigurupati Venkata’s unbeaten 11 also proved crucial.

For India, Kavya Patel claimed four wickets, while Venkata took three. Pakistan’s Rizwanullah picked up three wickets and Niqab Shafiq claimed two.

The victory avenged India’s defeat to Pakistan in last year’s final, as the young Indian side held its nerve to reclaim the continental crown in a dramatic finish.

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