My dad only likes big hundreds: Aaryavir Sehwag after maiden India U-19 century

Aaryavir scored 160 off 168 balls to help India secure a 70-run victory and book its place in the semifinals, where it will face Afghanistan. He was adjudged the player of the match for his performance. | Photo Credit: Sony LIV screengrab

Aaryavir Sehwag dedicated his maiden India century against UAE in the Under-19 Asia Cup to his dad Virender Sehwag.

Aaryavir scored 160 off 168 balls to help India secure a 70-run victory and book its place in the semifinals, where it will face Afghanistan. He was adjudged the player of the match for his performance.

“I told my dad I will get a big 100 because he respects only big 100s. Even after 100, it is important to score 150 for his happiness and respect. So, it feels good that I was able to score,” Aaryavir said.

Two years ago, Virender had put out a tweet saying “Missed Ferrari by 23 runs” in reference to his highest Test score, after Aaryvir was dismissed for 297 runs while playing for Delhi against Meghalaya Under-19 in the Cooch Behar Trophy.

Well played @aaryavirsehwag . Missed a Ferrari by 23 runs. But well done, keep the fire alive and may you score many more daddy hundreds and doubles and triples. Khel jaao.. https://t.co/4sZaASDkjx

— Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) November 22, 2024

Aaryavir also said it was not an easy wicket to bat on, revealing his plan was to start slow and shift gears once he had settled in.

“The wicket was turning a little. I started off and decided to play long and bat for 40 odd overs. There were challenges on the wicket. I didn’t get bothered about the dot balls. I knew I will catch up,” Aaryavir added.