Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricket prodigy, has received his first call-up to the Indian T20I squad for the series against Ireland and England, as well as for the Asian Games. His selection follows a remarkable performance in the Indian Premier League 2026, where he emerged as the top run-scorer with 776 runs, earning the Orange Cap. Sooryavanshi's inclusion was confirmed just an hour before the official announcement by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia noted the decision was made with consideration for Sooryavanshi's participation in the India A squad for a tri-series in Sri Lanka, scheduled from June 9 to 21. The T20I series against Ireland will commence shortly after, with India set to play two matches. The selected squad features experienced players including Shreyas Iyer, Sanju Samson, and Mohammed Siraj, alongside the young talent of Sooryavanshi. His rapid rise in cricket has generated excitement among fans and selectors alike, marking a significant milestone in his budding career.