Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir lauded the Indian Under-19 team's fighting spirit after the side overcame arch-rivals Pakistan by one wicket while chasing a challenging target of 338 runs. The mouth-watering clash went down to the final delivery, with Mohit Ulva hitting a boundary to take India over the line. The victory also helped India secure their ninth Under-19 Asia Cup title, scripting a memorable victory in a high-scoring showdown.
"Fearless cricket. Unshakable belief. Grit has no batting order !! Champions of Asia! Well done, boys!," Gambhir wrote in a post on X.
Notably, India remained resolute in their efforts despite repeatedly losing wickets. Their chase of 338 encountered a tough road, with the side finding themselves in a difficult position at 252/8 during the 42nd over, with Pakistan making a splendid comeback.
However, India’s lower order put on a magnificent show, launching an outstanding fightback. Manal Chauhan played a crucial innings of 47 runs to anchor India out of a challenging phase. Later, Mohit Ulva fired a sensational unbeaten knock of 49 to take India to victory.