Sehwag, Raichandani Power India To 10-Wicket Win
Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani struck unbeaten half-centuries as India defeated Nepal by 10 wickets in their opening match of the U-19 Asia Cup in Al Amerat, Oman, on Friday. After India’s bowlers restricted Nepal to 128, the two openers completed the chase in just 19.1 overs without losing a wicket.
Indian Bowlers Set Up Dominant Victory
Put in to bat, Nepal struggled against India’s bowling attack and slipped to 51-4. Darsh Sonar offered some resistance with 43 off 93 balls, while Aashish Luthar contributed 29, but Nepal were eventually bowled out for 128 in 42.3 overs.
Ishan Sood led the attack with three wickets for 18 runs, while Arjun Rajput also claimed three, conceding just eight runs.
Sehwag and Raichandani Complete Easy Chase
India’s reply was led by an impressive opening partnership. Raichandani took the early initiative before Sehwag accelerated with an attacking display.
Sehwag remained unbeaten on 70 off 52 balls, hitting seven fours and four sixes. Raichandani supported him with an unbeaten 53 from 63 deliveries, including seven boundaries.
India reached 129 without losing a wicket in 19.1 overs, sealing the win with 185 balls to spare.
India will next face arch-rivals Pakistan on Sunday as they look to continue their strong start to the tournament.
Brief Scores: Nepal U-19: 128 all out in 42.3 overs (Darsh Sonar 43; Ishan Sood 3/18, Arjun Rajput 3/8). India U-19: 129/0 in 19.1 overs (Aaryavir Sehwag 70 not out, Lakshya Raichandani 53 not out). India won by 10 wickets.
