'Pakistan fans were chanting Sehwag, Sehwag': Aaryavir's big revelation to father after U19 Asia Cup win
"Papa, I was so nervous… was just chanting Sita Ram, Sita Ram!" Aaryavir told his father while recalling the tense moments of the final.
Aaryavir Sehwag, during India's victory in the 2026 Under-19 Asia Cup final, shared a piece of his nervous moments with his father, former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag. The young batter was kept occupied by chanting "Sita Ram, Sita Ram" to help himself cope with the tension. Virender, impressed by his son's performance, posted their conversation on social media, emphasizing that such moments hold more value than awards and trophies.
Aaryavir scored 58 off 61 balls in the chase of 338 against Pakistan, securing the title for India with a last-ball four from Mohit Ulva. The young batter was named Player of the Tournament after contributing 361 runs in five matches at an average of 90.25 and a strike rate over 95.
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