'Disgraces Spirit of the Game': Indian Players’ Celebrations Draw Criticism After U-19 Asia Cup Final Victory over Pakistan
Manjrekar said India should reserve aggression for stronger opponents after the one-wicket win sparked debate over the U-19 team’s celebrations.
- On Saturday, November 14, 2026, India U-19 secured a record ninth ACC U-19 Asia Cup title, defeating Pakistan by one wicket in a last-ball thriller in Al Amerat, Oman.
- Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar questioned the team's aggressive celebrations on social media, suggesting players should "pick guys of own size" if they wanted to display aggression.
- India's victory was built on a remarkable lower-order fightback after slumping to 252/8 in the 42nd over while chasing 338; Mohit Ulva and C Venkata guided the final chase.
- Fans on X criticized Manjrekar for dampening the young squad's celebrations, flooding his post with reminders of India's recent successes against Australia, England, South Africa, and New Zealand.
- Manjrekar suggested India should channel aggression toward Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and England; supporters countered that the team has already proven dominance against these nations.
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Fans Troll Sanjay Manjrekar On X Over 'Soft Target' Remark After India's U-19 Asia Cup Final Win Against Pakistan
Sanjay Manjrekar said India should channel its aggression against stronger teams after the Under-19 side beat Pakistan by one wicket in a last-ball Asia Cup final
Pakistan a soft target, India should show aggression against bigger teams: Manjrekar
Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar criticised the Indian U-19 team's aggressive celebrations after its last-ball victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final, calling the rivals a 'soft and easy target'. He urged the youngsters to show the same aggression against stronger teams like Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and England.
Sanjay Manjrekar slams India U-19's 'aggressive' celebrations after win over Pakistan
Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has criticised the Indian U-19 team's aggressive celebrations after their one-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final. Manjrekar suggested the team should direct its aggression towards stronger opponents like Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, and England, labelling Pakistan as an 'easy target.'
Pakistan a soft target, show aggression to stronger teams, Manjrekar tells U-19 team - The Tribune
Former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar has questioned the celebrations of the Indian U-19 team following its dramatic one-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Asia Cup final, saying the players should 'pick guys of own size' if they wanted to display aggression on the field.
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