Back-to-back fours, then out! Sooryavanshi falls cheaply in Duleep Trophy - Watch
Teenage cricket prospect Vaibhav Sooryavanshi had a brief outing in the Duleep Trophy, scoring eight runs before being dismissed. Despite the early exit, his selection as vice-captain highlights the high expectations surrounding the young player.
Why it matters
The Duleep Trophy serves as a critical proving ground for young Indian cricketers aiming for national team selection.
NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's much-anticipated Duleep Trophy campaign got off to a disappointing start on Sunday as the teenage batting sensation was dismissed for just eight against North East Zone at the BCCI Centre of Excellence Ground 2 in Bengaluru.Opening the innings for East Zone alongside Abhimanyu Easwaran, Sooryavanshi began brightly, smashing back-to-back boundaries before his brief stay at the crease came to an abrupt end.The 15-year-old attempted to continue his aggressive approach but edged Bishworjit Konthoujam's delivery to Joseph Lalthankhuma at gully.
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