Vaibhav Sooryavanshi makes presence felt during Lord's Test between England and New Zealand: ‘Can’t be far away'
Teen cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is receiving significant attention following a record-breaking performance in the 2026 IPL season. Cricket experts are now debating his potential inclusion in the Indian national squad for upcoming international series.
Why it matters
The rapid rise of young talent in professional sports often triggers discussions about national team selection policies and the future of the sport.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi , the teen sensation, is being talked about left, right and centre following his blitz in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. The Rajasthan Royals' opening batter smashed 776 runs in the 16 matches he played in the 19th edition of the T20 tournament. The left-hander won multiple awards, including the Orange Cap and Most Valuable Player. The chorus is growing for the 15-year-old to be included in India's squad for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, and it remains to be seen whether the selection committee decide to throw him into the deep end.
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