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Manu Bhaker grilled on 15 year old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and her answer splits social media
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Published on 28 April 2026
Her calm mentorship message came after backlash over the question
Two time Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker faced backlash after an NRAI event reportedly asked her about 15 year old cricket talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Critics said the comparison undermined her sporting achievements. Bhaker responded calmly, stressing that young athletes need strong mentorship and the right environment to grow, not unfair framing.
- A question about 15 year old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi drew online criticism
- Many argued it was unfair to Manu Bhaker’s achievements
- Bhaker handled the moment gracefully and focused on mentorship
- Her remarks shifted the debate to support systems for young talent
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