In a stunning display of power-hitting and dominance, the India A squad obliterated the United Arab Emirates in their opening match of the ACC Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 in Doha on 14 November 2025. The final tally: 297/4 in 20 overs, with 15 sixes and 11 fours worth of fireworks. The Indian Express+3Hindustan Times+3India Today+3
🔥 Superstar Performance
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi stole the show with an incredible 144 off just 42 balls, including 15 sixes — accelerating his innings at break-neck pace. Hindustan Times+1 He reached his hundred in only 32 balls, making it one of the fastest by an Indian in T20 cricket. India Today
🏏 Supporting Cast & Team Effort
Though Vaibhav’s innings grabbed headlines, the rest of the batting lineup supported the momentum: Jitesh Sharma finished unbeaten on 83*, keeping the acceleration alive through the death overs. The team session featured blistering over-by-over aggression: one over alone yielded 30 runs. Hindustan Times
🎯 Significance & Implications
- Emerging Talent Spotlight: At just 14, Vaibhav’s knock signals a rising star in India’s cricket pipeline—and a potential future for the full national side.
- Team Performance: Posting close to 300 in a 20-over format puts massive pressure on the opposition and shows India A’s depth in batting.
- Talent Pathway: The Rising Stars tournament is designed to give young players international exposure; this performance proves its value.
- Strategic Impact: Opponents will now take a closer look at India’s bench strength. Vaibhav’s record might fast-track his selection for major tournaments.
🔍 What to Watch Next
- Will Vaibhav make his debut for the senior national side soon, given this performance?
- How will UAE respond in the next matches—can they regroup after this heavy defeat?
- The other India A players: which of them will emerge as consistent performers?
- For coaches and selectors: How will this innings shape selection and development decisions going forward?
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