Aaryavir Sehwag hits 160 as India post 309 against UAE in Under-19 Asia Cup

India and the UAE met in the Under-19 Asia Cup today in a thrilling contest. The UAE won the toss and chose to bowl. India batted first and, playing aggressively from the start, took control of the match. The Indian team posted a big total of 309.

The biggest reason for the score was the innings played by Aaryavir Sehwag. He hit shots all around the ground and completed his century in 131 balls. Aaryavir is the son of former Indian batter Virender Sehwag. It is the first century of his career.

Aaryavir batted brilliantly and with care from the start of this important match. He made 160 off 168 balls, with 17 fours and 7 sixes. Earlier in the same tournament, he had returned unbeaten on 70 against Nepal.

After the fall of the first wicket, Aaryavir put on a century stand for the second wicket with VK Vineet. During this time he scored quickly and built a very big personal score. His fast innings strengthened India's grip on the match.

The Indian batters have looked in good form in this tournament. Earlier, Arjun Rajput had scored a fine century in the match against Pakistan. In today's match, Aaryavir Sehwag followed it with a hundred, showing the strength of India's batting.

In the Group A equation, it is very important for India to win this match against the UAE. In a way, it is a must-win game. India beat Nepal at the start of the tournament but lost to Pakistan in the second match.