India defeated Pakistan by one wicket in a thrilling final of the Under-19 Asia Cup in Muscat on Saturday. The match went down to the final delivery, where Mohit Ulva struck the winning boundary to complete a remarkable chase of 338 runs.
Pakistan posted an impressive 337 for nine in their allotted 50 overs after delivering a strong batting performance. However, India responded with 339 for nine, securing the championship in one of the tournament’s most dramatic encounters.
Pakistan Post Impressive Total With Three Half-Centuries
Usman Khan led Pakistan’s batting effort with an outstanding 107 off 111 deliveries. Meanwhile, Abdul Qadir smashed 80 runs from 54 balls, including eight sixes, to accelerate the scoring.
Captain Farhan Yousaf also contributed 63 runs from 60 deliveries. Their performances helped Pakistan establish a challenging target, while India’s bowlers struggled to contain the scoring during crucial stages.
India’s Kavya Patel claimed four wickets, while Chigurupati Venkata picked up three to restrict Pakistan below 350 runs.
Mohit Ulva Guides India To Last-Ball Victory
India began their chase positively as openers Lakshya Raichandani and Aaryavir Sehwag established a 95-run partnership. Sehwag scored 58, while captain Raichandani anchored the innings with an impressive 80 off 101 balls.
However, Pakistan continued taking wickets and placed India under considerable pressure. Manal Chauhan contributed 47 runs from 32 deliveries before Mohit Ulva took responsibility during the closing stages.
With India needing eight runs in the final over and only one wicket remaining, Ulva produced a remarkable performance. He finished unbeaten on 49 from just 26 balls, while Chigurupati Venkata remained not out on 11.
Ulva struck the winning boundary off the final delivery, completing India’s dramatic victory. The result secured India’s ninth Under-19 Asia Cup title and delivered a memorable finish to the tournament.
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