Arjun Rajput scores century to aid India at U19 Asia Cup against Pakistan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 4:42 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Arjun Rajput scored a crucial 107 runs off 85 balls for India in the U19 Asia Cup, leading the team to a total of 208 after a shaky start at 22/3 against Pakistan. The match took place at the Ministry Turf 1. Rajput's innings featured 11 fours and five sixes, providing much-needed stability as other batsmen struggled. The 18-year-old has made an impressive rise, scoring 695 runs in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy this season. He previously contributed with the ball, taking three wickets in India's opener against Nepal.
- •India's U19 team struggled early, starting at 22/3.
- •Rajput played a pivotal role with 107 runs.
- •The match is taking place at the Ministry Turf 1.
- •Rajput previously scored 695 runs in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy.
- •He took three wickets in India's first match against Nepal.
- 4:42 PMYahoo Sports — Who is Arjun Rajput? The left-handed batter who came to India's rescue against Pakistan in U19 Asia Cup
"Jalandhar's Arjun Rajput rescued India with a brilliant 107 off 85 balls against Pakistan in the U-19 Asia Cup after the team slipped to 22/3. The 18-year-old has enjoyed an impressive rise, scoring 695 runs in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy. Coming from a humble family background, his father supported his cricketing ambitions while earning a living selling kulchas.
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