Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, creates world record at just 15
15-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has become the youngest player to win a Player of the Series award in men's international cricket. He achieved this milestone during India's T20I series sweep against Zimbabwe, scoring 151 runs across three innings.
Why it matters
This marks a significant career turnaround for the teenager, who struggled in his debut series against England, highlighting the importance of selector patience and player development.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi added another milestone to his remarkable start in international cricket after becoming the youngest player to win a Player of the Series award in men's international cricket. The 15-year-old achieved the feat after starring in India's 3-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe in Harare. Sooryavanshi finished as the leading run-scorer of the series with 151 runs in three innings and capped off the campaign with a match-winning 81 off 49 balls in the final T20I. The left-handed opener showed impressive adaptability throughout the series. After announcing himself with a blistering 50 off just 18 balls in the opening match, Sooryavanshi produced a more measured innings in the decider on a sluggish pitch. His knock of 81, laced with eight fours and four sixes, powered India to 192/5 before the visitors completed a 35-run victory.
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