Aaryavir Sehwag Smashes 173 for Delhi U19 in Vinoo Mankad Trophy

Aaryavir Sehwag, the 18-year-old son of former India opener Virender Sehwag, delivered a commanding performance for Delhi U19, smashing 173 runs off just 143 balls against Chandigarh U19. The impressive knock occurred during a Vinoo Mankad Trophy Elite match on October 16, 2026, held at the Dr P.V.G. Raju ACA Sports Complex in Vizianagaram. His innings was studded with 19 fours and 8 sixes, meaning 124 of his 173 runs were scored exclusively through boundaries. Delhi U19 concluded their 50 overs posting a total of 289/6, with Sehwag's contribution forming the bulk of their score.

As captain of the Delhi U19 side in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy 2026-27, which commenced on October 8, Aaryavir opened the batting. He established a 98-run partnership with Arnav Bugga in 13.2 overs before it was broken. Sehwag continued to anchor the innings until the 46th over, when he was eventually dismissed by Sreshth Duggal. Prior to this tournament, Aaryavir had already gained national age-group exposure, representing India U19 in a three-game youth one-day series where he accumulated 109 runs, with a best score of 47.

Virender Sehwag expressed his pride in Aaryavir, telling NDTV Sports, "I gave him advice that, you know, pressure is there but go out there and play freely. Express yourself, don't worry that you have to score big runs. If you express yourself, the big runs will automatically come." Despite Aaryavir's significant individual effort, Delhi U19 remains in last position in Group E of the Vinoo Mankad Trophy 2026-27. The team will require more consistent contributions across both batting and bowling units to improve their standing before the group stage concludes. This edition of the tournament has also showcased strong performances from other young cricketers with celebrated cricketing lineage, including Anvay Dravid, son of former India captain Rahul Dravid, who contributed a century and a rapid 85 off 41 balls for Karnataka U19 in the same competition.

What to watch: Delhi U19's ability to climb Group E standings in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy.

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