India have defeated Pakistan by one wicket in a thrilling final to win the 2026 Under-19 Asia Cup in Oman on 14 November. Mohit Ulva became the hero of the match after hitting a boundary off the final ball to complete India's successful chase of 338 runs at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground.
India needed three runs from the final delivery, and Mohit held his nerve to take the team across the finish line. He remained unbeaten on 49 off just 26 balls, hitting two sixes and three fours.
Pakistan Post 337 Runs Against India
After winning the toss, Pakistan elected to bat first and posted a massive 337/9 in 50 overs. Usman Khan was the star with the bat, scoring 107 off 111 balls. It was his second century of the tournament.
Farhan Yousaf also played an important innings, scoring 63 off 60 deliveries. Their contributions helped Pakistan put India under pressure.
Chigurupati Venkata picked up three important wickets for India, while Kavya Patel took two wickets in the final over to restrict Pakistan below 350.
Aaryavir Sehwag And Lakshya Give India A Strong Start
India began the 338-run chase with confidence as openers Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Rajesh Raichandani built a strong partnership.
Aaryavir scored 58 runs, while Lakshya played a patient innings of 80 off 101 balls. However, Aaryavir's dismissal triggered a difficult phase for India.
Pakistan kept taking wickets and reduced India to 251/7, putting the defending champions in a strong position.
Mohit Ulva And Manal Chauhan Turn The Match Around
With India struggling at 251/7, Manal Chauhan and Mohit Ulva produced a remarkable fightback. The pair added 57 runs for the ninth wicket and brought India back into the contest.
Manal scored a valuable 47 before getting dismissed in the 48th over. However, Mohit continued the fight and kept India's hopes alive.
With three runs needed from the final ball, Mohit hit a boundary to seal a memorable one-wicket victory. India completed the 338-run chase and lifted the Under-19 Asia Cup 2026 trophy after one of the most dramatic finals of the tournament.
