In Men’s Cricket, India defeated Pakistan by one wicket in a thrilling final to clinch the Men’s Under-19 Asia Cup title in Muscat, Oman, yesterday. Lower-order batters Manal Chauhan and Mohit Ulva played sensational knocks to help India snatch victory from the jaws of defeat and successfully chase down a challenging target of 338 runs.

Needing three runs off the final delivery, Mohit Ulva struck a boundary to seal India’s record-extending ninth title. Mohit remained unbeaten on 49 off just 26 deliveries, while Manal Chauhan contributed a valuable 47 off 32 balls. Skipper Lakshya Raichandani also played a crucial role with a brilliant 80-run knock. Mohit Ulva was named Player of the Match, while Aaryavir Sehwag was awarded Player of the Tournament.

Earlier, opting to bat first, Pakistan posted 337 for 9 in their allotted 50 overs. Their innings was powered by a century from Usman Khan and half-centuries from Abdul Qadir and Farhan Yousaf. For India, Kavya Patel led the bowling attack, claiming four wickets.