Suryavanshi unleashes a storm in Dubai, smashing 14 sixes in a blistering 171 against UAE U19

Vaibhav Suryavanshi turned every head in the U19 Asia Cup tournament opener with a breathtaking display of controlled aggression, smashing a remarkable 171 off just 95 deliveries to completely redefine India U19’s innings against UAE U19 in Dubai. Opening the innings alongside Ayush Mhatre, Suryavanshi not only set the tempo but transformed the tone of the contest, propelling India into a position of total dominance.

He reached his century in only 56 balls and then shifted into an even higher gear, showcasing a rare blend of clean ball-striking, composure, and match awareness. His mammoth 171 featured nine fours and an astonishing 14 sixes, but what truly stood out was the intelligence behind his acceleration. He paced his innings expertly, beginning with controlled stroke play before unleashing sustained power-hitting once he was well set.

During the powerplay, Suryavanshi demonstrated discipline, respecting the conditions just enough to avoid undue risk while ensuring the scoring rate never stagnated. As the innings progressed, he transitioned smoothly from steady accumulation to calculated aggression, consistently punishing anything short or in his hitting arc.

The innings-defining moment came through a commanding 212-run partnership with Aaron George for the second wicket. While George anchored the innings with a composed 69 off 73 balls, Suryavanshi assumed the role of the aggressor, dismantling both seamers and spinners with equal authority. UAE bowlers Ali Asgar Shums and Shalom D’Souza bore the brunt of his onslaught, with their figures soaring as he continued clearing the boundary with startling ease.

Even after George fell with the score at 220/2, Suryavanshi showed no signs of slowing down. He continued to attack fearlessly, ensuring India maintained the imposing scoring rate they had established. His dismissal at 265/3 in the 33rd over did little to halt India’s momentum, as the team powered ahead to post a colossal 433/6 in 50 overs. Vihaan Malhotra also contributed significantly with a brisk 69 off 55 balls.

For UAE U19, Yug Jai Sharma (2/75) and Uddish Suri (2/77) managed to pick up wickets, but the rest of the bowling unit was brutally punished as India asserted complete dominance.