Mohit Ulva and Gurnoor Brar for India [Source: X and AFP]
India U19 celebrate their thrilling Asia Cup 2026 final victory over Pakistan, while Gurnoor Brar has earned a place in India's Test squad for the upcoming New Zealand series.
In other major developments, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi created history by becoming the youngest captain in T20 cricket. Capping an eventful Saturday in cricket, here are five of the biggest stories from November 14.
India U19 clinch U19 Asia Cup 2026 after last-ball thriller against Pakistan
India U19 pulled off a remarkable one-wicket victory over Pakistan U19 to win the 2026 U19 Asia Cup title in Al Amerat on Saturday. Chasing a mammoth 338, India looked down and out at 252/8, needing 86 runs from 48 balls.
Manal scored 47 off 32 deliveries, while Ulva remained unbeaten on 49 off just 26 balls. India needed three runs from the final delivery, and Ulva struck a boundary to complete a memorable victory with one ball remaining.
Gurnoor Brar added to India's Test squad for New Zealand series
The BCCI has included fast bowler Gurnoor Brar in India's squad for the upcoming two-match Test series against New Zealand. The Punjab pacer replaces Kuldeep Yadav, who has been released from the squad to participate in domestic cricket.
Brar earned his selection after an impressive performance in the ongoing ODI series against New Zealand, where he has taken nine wickets in three innings at an economy rate of 4.88.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi becomes youngest captain in T20 cricket
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi created history on Saturday after becoming the youngest player to captain a team in T20 cricket.
At 15 years and 232 days, the Bihar youngster led his side against Saurashtra in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2026, surpassing Croatia's Zach Vukusic, who previously held the record at 17 years and 311 days. The appointment marks Sooryavanshi's first full-time captaincy assignment in senior cricket.
Harshal Patel set to join Gujarat Titans in all-cash trade – Report
Gujarat Titans are reportedly set to acquire Harshal Patel from Sunrisers Hyderabad through an all-cash trade ahead of IPL 2027. According to a report by ESPNcricinfo, the deal is expected to be worth ₹4 crore, with no player moving in the opposite direction.
If completed, the move will make Gujarat Titans his fifth IPL franchise after Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Delhi Capitals, Punjab Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad.
ICC likely to delay proposed regulations for franchise T20 leagues – Report
The ICC is reportedly unlikely to introduce its proposed overseas-player restrictions in franchise T20 leagues immediately. The recommendation, which was discussed during the Chief Executives Committee meeting in Bali, suggests limiting the number of overseas players in a team's playing XI to four.
The proposed change could particularly affect the ILT20 and Major League Cricket, which currently allow up to nine and six overseas players respectively. According to a report by Hindustan Times, the ICC Board is expected to discuss the recommendations, but an immediate implementation is unlikely.







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