Aaryavir Sehwag scores 160 as India post 309 against UAE

Aaryavir Sehwag scored 160 from 168 balls for India Under-19 against the United Arab Emirates on November 10, helping his side post 309 in their third group match of the 2026 U19 Asia Cup. He hit 17 fours and seven sixes before being dismissed in the 45th over. India set UAE a target of 310, according to a match account; the reports reviewed did not establish the final result.

Sehwag, the son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, reached his century in 131 balls. He had opened the innings after India chose to bat first. His score was the highest individual innings reported in this edition of the tournament, according to one account.

After losing captain Lakshya Raichandani for 17, Sehwag shared a 193-run second-wicket partnership with VK Vineeth, who made 65. Sehwag also put on 62 for the first wicket with Raichandani, according to match reports. India were bowled out for 309 after Sehwag’s dismissal, leaving the lower order unable to extend the total further.

The innings began at a measured pace, with Sehwag reaching 50 in 69 balls. He accelerated after passing three figures, scoring freely against the UAE attack. Reports describe the pitch as challenging, with variable bounce...