Ravi Shastri Advocates for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Immediate India Debut
‘I don’t care if Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is 15, 16 or 14’: Ravi Shastri tells BCCI to create history

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Ravi Shastri, former Indian cricketer, is pushing for the immediate inclusion of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in the Indian cricket team, citing his impressive performance in the IPL and other tournaments. Shastri believes age should not be a barrier to talent and sees Sooryavanshi as a strong contender for upcoming international matches.
- 01Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has scored 440 runs in IPL 2026 at an average of 40 and a strike rate of 236.56.
- 02He recently scored a century off just 37 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
- 03Sooryavanshi scored 175 runs off 80 balls in the Under-19 World Cup final, leading India to victory over England.
- 04Ravi Shastri emphasized that age should not be a factor in selecting players for the national team.
- 05Sooryavanshi has been added to the India A squad for an ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka and Afghanistan.
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Ravi Shastri, former coach of the Indian cricket team, has publicly endorsed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for an immediate debut in the national team, dismissing concerns about his age. Shastri highlighted Sooryavanshi's remarkable performance in white-ball cricket, including his two centuries in the Indian Premier League (IPL) and his recent 175 runs in the Under-19 World Cup final. He stated that Sooryavanshi's ability to compete against seasoned bowlers demonstrates his readiness for international cricket. Shastri believes that with upcoming tours to Ireland and England, now is the perfect time to integrate young talent like Sooryavanshi into the team. Currently, Sooryavanshi has accumulated 440 runs in 11 IPL matches with an impressive strike rate of 236.56. His inclusion in the India A squad for an ODI tri-series against Sri Lanka and Afghanistan further solidifies his rising profile in Indian cricket. Shastri's comments are expected to motivate Sooryavanshi as he prepares for his next match against Delhi Capitals.
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Shastri's support for Sooryavanshi could influence the selection process for the Indian cricket team, encouraging the inclusion of young talent.
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