Sehwag's fifty, Ishan's three-for power India to 10-wicket win in Under-19 Asia Cup
The India Under-19 cricket team secured a dominant 10-wicket victory against Nepal in their Asia Cup opener. Bowlers Ishan Sood and Arjun Rajput led the defense, followed by a strong batting performance from Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani.
Why it matters
This match marks the beginning of a significant regional tournament for youth cricket development in Asia.
India Under-19 began their Under-19 Asia Cup campaign with a 10-wicket win over Nepal Under-19 on Friday, after fast bowler Ishan Sood's three-wicket spell with the new-ball set up a straightforward chase for the openers in Al Amerat, Oman.Aaryavir Sehwag and Lakshya Raichandani remained unbeaten as India chased down the target of 129 in just 19.1 overs, with 30.5 overs to spare. Sehwag scored 70 off 52 balls, hitting seven fours and four sixes, while Raichandani made 53 off 63 balls, including seven boundaries.Earlier, India captain Lakshya Raichandani opted to field after winning the toss, and Sood made an early impact with the new ball. He dismissed opener Prashiddha Jaishi (1 off 7), No. 3 batter Suryanshu Koirala (5 off 6) and No.
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