'I Knew I Could Hit A Boundary': Mohit Ulva Reveals Mindset Behind Last-Ball Winning Shot As India Beat Pakistan To Win U19 Asia Cup 2026
India's young cricket stars scripted a memorable victory over arch-rivals Pakistan to win the Under-19 Asia Cup title on Saturday, November 14. In a final that went down to the last ball, Mohit Ulva held his nerve to hit the winning shot and guide India to a thrilling one-wicket victory while chasing a mammoth target of 338 runs. Speaking after the sensational victory, Ulva opened up about his…
Mohit Ulva's under-19 cricket team secured a thrilling one-wicket victory over arch-rivals Pakistan to claim the U19 Asia Cup title on Saturday, November 14. The final came down to the last ball, with Ulva delivering the winning shot to guide India to a triumphant 339/9 in their allotted 50 overs. In an interview after the match, Ulva spoke about his mindset during the tense final moments, crediting his belief in God and himself for staying calm under pressure.
"I had belief in God, myself. Manal set the game for us and I wanted his support," Ulva said, expressing his faith in his abilities and the support of his teammates. The youngster also recalled the playing conditions, expressing disappointment over skipper Lakshya Raichandani's dismissal, believing Raichandani could have sealed the win himself.
Pakistan posted a formidable 337/9 in their 50 overs, with Usman Khan's 107 being the standout performance, followed by contributions from Abdul Qadir (80) and Farhan Yousaf (60). On the Indian side, Kavya Patel took four wickets, while C Venkata claimed three. India's batting lineup, led by Raichandani with 80, was supported by Aaryavir Sehwag (58) and Manal Chauhan (47).
However, it was Ulva's unbeaten 49 that proved decisive, as he struck the winning boundary to secure the U19 Asia Cup crown for India.
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