Aaryavir Sehwag Batting Video: Watch Virender Sehwag's Son Hit 173 Against Chandigarh U19 in Vinoo Mankad Trophy 2026-27
Aaryavir Sehwag, 18-year-old son of cricketing legend Virender Sehwag, blazed a magnificent 173 runs off just 143 balls for Delhi U19 against Chandigarh U19 in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy on October 16, 2026. His stellar innings, featuring 19 fours and 8 sixes at the Dr P.V.G. Raju ACA Sports Complex in Vizianagaram, helped Delhi post 289/6.
In a display of aggressive batting reminiscent of his legendary father, Aaryavir Sehwag, captain of Delhi's Under-19 side, bludgeoned 173 runs off merely 143 balls during the Vinoo Mankad Trophy match against Chandigarh U19 on Friday, October 16, 2026. The blistering innings, which included 19 fours and 8 towering sixes, illuminated the Dr P.V.G. Raju ACA Sports Complex in Vizianagaram, though Delhi ultimately fell short in the contest. Vinoo Mankad Trophy 2026-27: Virender Sehwag's Son Aryavir Sehwag Named Delhi U19 Captain.
Aaryavir Sehwag Smashes 173 Off 143 Balls
The 18-year-old opener led from the front, single-handedly carrying Delhi U19's batting effort as they posted a competitive total of 289 runs in their allotted 50 overs. Sehwag was only dismissed in the 46th over, just 27 runs shy of a double hundred. His knock accounted for a significant portion of the team's runs, with 124 of his 173 coming solely from boundaries.
Match Details and Outcome
While Aaryavir's monumental effort provided a strong foundation, Delhi's other batters struggled to provide sustained support. His opening partner, Arnav Bugga, contributed 47 runs off 39 balls, but wickets fell at regular intervals at the other end. Despite Sehwag's heroics, Chandigarh U19 successfully chased down the target of 290 runs, securing a five-wicket victory in the 42nd over.
| Team | Score (Overs) |
|---|---|
| Delhi U19 | 289/6 (50 overs) |
| Chandigarh U19 | 290/5 (41.5 overs) |
Result: Chandigarh U19 won by 5 wickets.
Aaryavir Sehwag's Rising Profile
Aaryavir, who celebrates his 19th birthday on October 18, 2026, has been making steady progress in the domestic age-group circuit. He was recently named captain of the Delhi U19 squad for the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, a testament to his burgeoning leadership skills. Prior to this tournament, he also represented India U19 in a three-ODI series against Australia U19, scoring 109 runs across three innings at an impressive strike rate of 103.81. DPL 2026: Like Father, Like Son! Aaryavir Sehwag Recreates Dad Virender’s Classic Shot (Video).
This outstanding performance comes after Aaryavir had previously struggled to convert good starts into substantial scores in the ongoing Vinoo Mankad Trophy, with previous innings of 54, 46, and 32. His father, Virender Sehwag, has reportedly advised him to play freely and enjoy the sport, emphasizing that runs will follow naturally.
Aaryavir Sehwag's monumental innings against Chandigarh U19 has once again put the spotlight on the young talent emerging in Indian cricket, signaling a bright future for the 18-year-old. While the match result didn't go Delhi's way, his individual brilliance captivated onlookers and has surely marked him as a player to watch as the knockout stages of the tournament approach.
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