Aaryavir Sehwag earns special two-word praise from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Aaryavir Sehwag enjoyed a memorable Under-19 Asia Cup campaign, earning recognition from fellow young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after helping India lift the title with a thrilling one-wicket victory over Pakistan.Sooryavanshi congratulated the son of former India opener Virender Sehwag through an Instagram story, sharing the tournament's leading run-scorers list with a simple message: "Star boiiiiii @aaryavirsehwag".The gesture was particularly interesting because Sooryavanshi, despite being just 15, has already established himself as one of India's most exciting young batting talents.
His message was a nod to another youngster making waves in Indian cricket.Aaryavir thoroughly deserved the praise after finishing the tournament as its leading run-scorer. He collected 361 runs in five innings at an impressive average of 90.25, including one century and three half-centuries. His highest score was a magnificent 160 against the UAE.He was subsequently named Player of the Tournament.The youngster also delivered when it mattered most, scoring 58 off 61 balls against Pakistan in the final.
His innings included nine boundaries and helped India build a strong foundation during their chase of 338. He shared a 95-run opening partnership with captain Lakshya Raichandani, who scored 80.Aaryavir also caught attention with his celebration after reaching his half-century, recreating Virat Kohli's famous 'bat does the talking' gesture. Despite taking a blow to his forearm and requiring medical attention, he continued batting and contributed significantly.Mohit Ulva seals dramatic India victoryThe final turned into a thrilling contest after Pakistan posted 337/9, powered by Usman Khan's 107.
India found themselves struggling at 252/8 before Manal Chauhan (47 off 32) and Mohit Ulva (49 not out off 26) staged a remarkable recovery.With three runs required from the final delivery, Ulva smashed a boundary to secure a one-wicket victory and India's ninth Under-19 Asia Cup title.For Aaryavir, the tournament was a major breakthrough, while Sooryavanshi's congratulatory message added another memorable moment to his celebrations.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates.
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