Teen batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been named in the India A squad for a 50-over tri-nation series in Sri Lanka. The competition features hosts Sri Lanka A and Afghanistan A, with India A seeking strong performances as a platform to test and develop young talent for the next phase of their careers.
Rajasthan Royals star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has received his maiden India A call-up after the BCCI announced the squad for an upcoming ODI tri-series in Sri Lanka. The selection follows growing confidence in his India prospects, with reports suggesting he has been on the radar for the national setup. The tri-series could become a crucial first platform for him.
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After a stunning IPL surge, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has drawn major attention from AB de Villiers, who believes the batter should expand beyond T20 cricket. With 440 runs in 11 innings at a strike rate of 236.55, including two centuries, Sooryavanshi’s fearless batting against top pacers has sparked calls for a faster track into India’s national setup.
AB de Villiers has praised Rajasthan Royals prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying that exposure to ODI and Test cricket could help the 15-year-old develop both mentally and physically. While De Villiers is confident in the talent, he cautioned that the journey to India selection will not be smooth and could be rocky as the youngster adjusts to top-level demands.
Ravichandran Ashwin has heaped praise on Rajasthan Royals teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying he would not be surprised to see the batter represent India across all three formats. Speaking on JioHotstar, Ashwin pointed to Sooryavanshi’s rising impact and suggested his trajectory could mirror India’s changing batting needs in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
As Rajasthan gears up to face Gujarat in IPL 2026, talk around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has intensified. Former Rajasthan Royals Director of Cricket Zubin Bharucha suggested the youngster could be fast-tracked on the lines of the “Sachin Tendulkar route.” The buzz adds that a BCCI “Test debut” plea has been raised amid the season’s build-up.
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A social activist has threatened to lodge a complaint over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s participation in IPL 2026, alleging the Rajasthan Royals may have violated age-related rules. The allegation centers on whether permitting a 15-year-old to play in the cash-rich league flouts IPL regulations, potentially drawing scrutiny from the league’s governing council and franchise officials.
A Bengaluru activist has threatened to file an FIR against Rajasthan Royals, alleging “child labour” linked to 15-year-old IPL player Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The claim adds to a growing list of controversies around the teenager, who has already faced criticism for alleged “unprofessional” behavior and claims about an AI chip in his bat, keeping the IPL spotlight far beyond cricket.
Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson opened up about his Jaipur contest with Rajasthan Royals opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Despite thorough preparation, Jamieson said Sooryavanshi’s rising reputation and recent form created a different kind of pressure on the field. The DC quick noted it wasn’t just the matchup—it was the youngster’s momentum that unsettled him, even after years of experience.
Delhi Capitals bowler Kyle Jamieson was penalized in IPL 2026 for an aggressive send-off to Rajasthan Royals player Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, receiving a demerit point and a warning. Jamieson admitted to the offense after the incident during the match. Despite the controversy, Delhi Capitals went on to win by seven wickets.
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In IPL 2026, Rajasthan Royals beat Punjab Kings by six wickets in Mullanpur. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered an explosive, fearless 43 off just 16 balls, turning the chase with aggressive shot selection. His approach caught the eye of cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar, who highlighted how effectively the youngster used the field to keep pressure on the opposition.
Carlos Brathwaite believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could be groomed like West Indies great Brian Lara before his international debut. The Rajasthan Royals batter exploded against Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL action, scoring a 37-ball 103 featuring 12 sixes and a 278.38 strike rate, leaving Brathwaite convinced he has the temperament to rise quickly.
In a PSL 2026 moment that turned uncomfortable fast, a Pakistani journalist compared Babar Azam’s strike rate with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s lightning 36-ball century. The jab referenced Babar’s 40-ball fifty on the same day the teenage Indian batter’s knock drew headlines, leaving Babar to field awkward questions.
Rajasthan Royals teen Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a surreal 36-ball century against SRH in IPL 2026, showcasing his explosive upside. Even though his fireworks didn’t end in a win for RR, the innings left a major mark—Australia captain Pat Cummins was visibly awed and openly praised the teenager as a new favourite player.
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Sunrisers Hyderabad beat Rajasthan Royals by five wickets in IPL 2026, chasing a daunting 229 with nine balls to spare. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi struck a rapid 103 for RR, the third-fastest IPL century, but couldn’t stop the collapse. Ishan Kishan and Abhishek Sharma steered the chase, while RR’s poor fielding proved costly.
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lit up the IPL with an eye-popping run spree, becoming the youngest and fastest player to reach 1,000 T20 runs on just 473 balls. He also struck a sensational 36-ball century, his second IPL ton, powering Rajasthan to a strong total and signaling a major rise for the teen star.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lit up the RR vs SRH clash with a blazing 103 off 36 balls, registering the IPL’s third fastest century. His innings featured 12 sixes as Rajasthan Royals piled up a massive 228/6. Dhruv Jurel added a crucial fifty, helping RR set a daunting target that swung the match firmly their way.
Rajasthan Royals opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, just 15, smashed the fastest hundred of IPL 2026, reaching 100 off 36 balls against SunRisers Hyderabad. The feat also ranks as the third-fastest century in IPL history, underlining a startling speed and composure for a teenager on a major stage.
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