Aaryavir Sehwag Reveals Pakistan Fans Chanted His Father’s Name

India’s Under-19 Asia Cup triumph over Pakistan became even more special for young batter Aaryavir after he revealed an unexpected moment of support from the rival team’s supporters during the high-pressure final. Speaking to his father, former India opener Virender Sehwag, during a video call, Aaryavir recalled how Pakistan fans in the stands cheered for him after he suffered an elbow injury while batting.

Aaryavir played a significant role in India’s successful campaign and was named Player of the Tournament following the team’s thrilling one-wicket victory over Pakistan. He scored three half-centuries and a memorable 160 during the competition, including a valuable 58 off 61 deliveries in the final on Saturday.

Aaryavir reveals Pakistan fans chanted ‘Sehwag’ during the final

During the conversation with his father, Aaryavir described how the Pakistan supporters encouraged him to continue batting after he was struck on the elbow. The young cricketer said the physio had to attend to him several times, but the crowd’s reaction made the experience particularly memorable.

“When I got hit on the elbow, physio came twice or thrice. There were some 2000 Pakistanis in the stands; they were shouting ‘Sehwag Sehwag’ as they wanted me to bat on. They were supporting me. It was so much fun,” said an ecstatic Aaryavir in the call with his father, which the latter posted on Instagram.

The moment stood out because the Pakistan supporters were cheering for an Indian batter during a fiercely contested final between the two arch-rivals. Their chants appeared to be a reference to Virender Sehwag, whose name has remained closely associated with Indian batting.

Aaryavir also revealed that he would need to undergo an MRI scan after reaching Delhi on Sunday. The update came after the elbow injury he sustained during the final, although the extent of the problem was not specified in the conversation.

Virender Sehwag shares emotional message after son’s tournament success

Virender Sehwag shared the video conversation on Instagram after India’s title-winning performance. The former India opener also posted a congratulatory message celebrating his son’s achievement and reflecting on the personal significance of watching him succeed on a major stage.

“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. Shri SitaRam,” wrote the former India opener.

Sehwag’s message focused not only on Aaryavir’s individual recognition but also on the memories created during the tournament. Winning the Player of the Tournament award and contributing to India’s title-winning campaign made the competition a significant milestone in the young batter’s career.

Aaryavir’s consistent batting helps India win the U-19 Asia Cup

Aaryavir’s performances throughout the tournament played an important part in India’s successful campaign. His three half-centuries and a 160 demonstrated his ability to produce substantial contributions across different match situations.

His 58-run innings in the final against Pakistan was particularly valuable in a contest that eventually went down to the final wicket. Although India lost several important batters, Aaryavir’s contribution helped keep the team competitive before the lower order completed the difficult chase.

Mohit Ulva and Manal Chauhan produce a match-winning partnership

India’s one-wicket victory in Oman’s Al Amerat was made possible by an impressive fightback from the lower order. With most of the team’s major batting contributors already dismissed, the match appeared to be slipping away from India.

However, Mohit Ulva and Manal Chauhan refused to give up. The pair produced a crucial 57-run partnership for the ninth wicket, keeping India’s hopes alive when the pressure was at its highest. Their contribution changed the direction of the contest and brought the team closer to the target.

Chigurupati Venkata also played an important part by adding 11 runs, which proved significant in the narrow finish. The lower-order contributions ultimately helped India secure the Asia Cup trophy with a one-wicket victory.

India reverse last year’s final result against Pakistan

The victory carried additional significance because it came against Pakistan in a repeat of the previous year’s final. Pakistan had won that contest, but India’s young players managed to turn the result around this time with a determined performance.

While Aaryavir’s Player of the Tournament award highlighted his consistency throughout the competition, the ninth-wicket partnership between Ulva and Chauhan demonstrated the importance of contributions from every position in the batting order.

India’s triumph was therefore built on both individual performances and collective resilience. For Aaryavir, the tournament delivered a major personal achievement, a memorable final innings and an unusual experience of receiving encouragement from Pakistan supporters. His conversation with Sehwag offered a glimpse into the emotions behind India’s title-winning campaign and a moment the young batter is likely to remember for years.