Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered a breathtaking performance with a score of 171, guiding India U19 to a colossal 234-run victory against the UAE in their U19 Asia Cup opener. Suryavanshi’s fiery knock, comprising 14 sixes and nine fours, propelled India to an astonishing 433/6, establishing a new tournament benchmark for the highest team total.
This remarkable score also represents India’s highest in U19 ODIs and the third-highest overall in the format. The foundation for this massive total was laid by Suryavanshi, with crucial support from Aaron George and Vihaan Malhotra, who both scored 69.
The UAE U19 faced an uphill battle and could muster only 199/7 in their 50 overs. While Uddish Suri remained unbeaten on 78, the Indian bowling attack effectively contained the opposition. India U19’s next challenge is a highly anticipated encounter with Pakistan U19 on Sunday.