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Young India batter Aaryavir Sehwag opened up on what went on his mind during the exciting U-19 Asia Cup 2026 final against Pakistan in Oman. The youngster said that he was so nervous during the match that he kept chanting 'Sita Ram' to control his emotions.
Aaryavir shared these moments during a video call with his legendary father Virender Sehwag. The former Indian opening batter posted the video on social media after India's memorable title win.
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Aaryavir Sehwag reveals how nervous India were during Final over of U19 Asia Cup 2026 Final
During the video call, Aaryavir Sehwag explained how tense the final moments were. He told his father, Virender Sehwag, "Papa, I was so nervous… I was just chanting Sita Ram, Sita Ram.”
India needed seven runs from the last six balls, with Pakistan's Ahmed Hussain bowling and the Indian last pair trying to finish the job in the U-19 Asia Cup 2026 final. The first delivery was a dot ball, and Pakistan also came close to getting a stumping against Mohit Ulva.
However, a wide on the next delivery gave India some relief. Manal Chauhan and Ulva then collected singles from the next three balls, bringing the equation down to three runs from the final delivery.
With the entire match depending on the last ball, Ulva delivered the perfect finish. He smashed Ahmed Hussain's final delivery over long-off for a boundary and helped India to lift the record ninth Under-19 Asia Cup title. Ulva remained unbeaten on 49 runs from just 26 balls.
Virender Sehwag's son shares special moment from India-Pakistan Final
Aaryavir Sehwag also told his father about the injury and shared that the physio had come to check on him three to four times during the match. He also revealed an interesting experience from the final.
The young batter said that the Pakistani fans were enjoying India’s batting and were cheering for India chanting Sehwag’s name.
Aaryavir also told his father that all the Pakistani fans were chanting "Sehwag… Sehwag… they were enjoying our batting. It was fun. I will call you later, Papa.”
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Virender Sehwag shares his happiness as a proud father
Virender Sehwag was clearly delighted to hear his son's experience. Aaryavir had already made the occasion special by winning the Player of the Tournament award during India's successful campaign.
While sharing the video, the former India cricketer spoke about how such moments mean more to a parent than awards, runs or trophies. He also told his son to wish all the players on his behalf.
Sharing the clip, Sehwag wrote on Instagram: “From winning Player of the Tournament to recalling those nail-biting final moments, a very special conversation with beta @aaryavirsehwag. Some moments are bigger than awards, runs and trophies. These are the memories a father will cherish forever. May you always keep your feet firmly on the ground and touch the skies with your hard work and talent.”
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