India Under-19 began their ACC Men’s U19 Asia Cup 2026 campaign in emphatic fashion, securing a 10-wicket victory over Nepal Under-19 at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Muscat. After restricting their opponents to a modest total, the young Indian side completed the chase without losing a single wicket.

Aaryavir Sehwag was the standout performer with the bat, producing an explosive unbeaten half-century to guide India home. His attacking approach during the chase caught attention, while captain Lakshya Raichandani provided excellent support at the other end to ensure a comfortable victory.

Indian bowlers bundle out Nepal for 128

After winning the toss and electing to field, India made an immediate impact with the ball. Ishan Sood led the attack with an impressive spell, claiming three wickets for just 18 runs in his 10 overs, including four maidens. Nepal struggled to build partnerships as the Indian bowlers kept the pressure on throughout the innings.

Darsh Sonar offered some resistance with 43 off 93 deliveries, while wicketkeeper Aashish Luhar contributed 29 from 45 balls. However, Arjun Rajput picked up three wickets for just eight runs, while Yashveer Goud claimed two scalps. Nepal eventually folded for 128 in 42.3 overs, leaving India with a modest target.

Aaryavir Sehwag’s unbeaten 70 powers India to victory

India’s openers made light work of the 129-run target, with Sehwag taking an aggressive approach from the beginning. The right-handed batter smashed an unbeaten 70 off just 52 deliveries, striking seven boundaries and four sixes. He consistently found the gaps and punished loose deliveries to keep the required run rate under control.

At the other end, skipper Lakshya played a composed knock of 53 not out from 63 balls, including seven fours. The pair added an unbeaten opening stand to complete the chase in just 19.1 overs, sealing India’s 10-wicket win and giving the team an ideal start to the tournament.

Here’s how fans reacted:

Team India U19 start their #U19AsiaCup 2026 campaign with a convincing 10-wicket victory vs Nepal 👊#TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/f3ZNhn21Ya

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) November 6, 2026

India U19 beat Nepal by 10 wickets in their Asia Cup opener in Al Amerat. Aaryavir Sehwag hits 70* off 52 and Lakshya Raichandani 53* off 63 as India reach 129/0 in 19.1 overs. Earlier: Nepal 128, Ishan Sood 3/18, Arjun Rajput 3/8. #U19AsiaCup #INDvNEP pic.twitter.com/1qfashETMZ

— Harshit singh (@Harshit92135329) November 6, 2026

🚨 INDIA U-19 BEAT NEPAL U-19 BY 10 WICKETS IN ASIA CUP 🇮🇳

– Junior Sehwag, Aaryavir smashed 70* from just 52 balls including 7 fours & 4 sixes, continuing the legacy of his father. pic.twitter.com/rJK3kCHaTu

— Saurabh Yadav (@Saurabh64892171) November 6, 2026

INDIA U19 WIN BY 10 WICKETS🇮🇳🔥

Nepal U19: 128 all out
India U19: 129/0 (19.1 overs)

Aaryavir Sehwag (70* off 52) and captain Lakshya Raichandani (53* off 63) seal a dominant win!

Ishan Sood stars with 3/18. 👏#INDvNEP #TeamIndia

— SportsRoyale (@SportsRoyale13) November 6, 2026

Like father, like son 🇮🇳✨

Virender Sehwag's son Aaryavir Sehwag played a brilliant innings against Nepal in the U19 Asia Cup 2026. 💪🔥

70* from just 52 balls including 7 fours and 4 sixes – Well done, Aaryavir. 👏 pic.twitter.com/HxkTa1EpnL

— Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) November 6, 2026

🚨 INDIA U-19 BEAT NEPAL U-19 BY 10 WICKETS IN ASIA CUP 🇮🇳

– Junior Sehwag, Aaryavir smashed 70* from just 52 balls including 7 fours & 4 sixes, continuing the legacy of his father. pic.twitter.com/1Mu64p2uv5

— Gyanu Gautam (@gyanudatt8) November 6, 2026

India U19 beat Nepal by 10 wickets.

Aaryavir Sehwag – 70* (52). pic.twitter.com/YpErfOAnU4

— Virat Viking 🖤 (@Virat__Viking18) November 6, 2026

India U19 beat Nepal by 10 wickets.

Aaryavir Sehwag – 70* (52) including 7 four and 4 sixes.#INDvsNep #U19AsiaCup2026 pic.twitter.com/tcrXud2Osy

— Anshu Singh (@Imanshucric) November 6, 2026

India U-19 thrashed Nepal U-19 by 10 wickets in the Asia Cup.

– Aaryavir Sehwag stole the show with an unbeaten 70 off just 52 balls, smashing 7 fours and 4 sixes.

Like father, Like son pic.twitter.com/zVt2It0KhW

— CrikShots (@CrikShots) November 6, 2026

🚨 INDIA U-19 BEAT NEPAL BY 10 WICKET 🇮🇳

– Junior Sehwag, Aaryavir smashed 70* from just 52 balls including 7 fours & 4 sixes, continuing the legacy of his father.👏🏏 pic.twitter.com/0A3aBCv7Vy

— THE GOAT¹⁸ (@imYaman_18) November 6, 2026