Irfan Pathan Endorses 15-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for India Selection
IPL 2026: Irfan Pathan backs 15-year-old Vaibhav for India call-up
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Irfan Pathan has praised 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his remarkable performance in IPL 2026, advocating for his inclusion in the Indian cricket team. Sooryavanshi scored 776 runs this season, showcasing his talent against top bowlers despite Rajasthan Royals' exit from the playoffs.
- 01Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 776 runs in 16 matches during IPL 2026, leading the tournament in runs.
- 02Irfan Pathan believes Sooryavanshi is ready for international cricket after performing well against elite bowlers.
- 03Pathan suggests gradual integration of Sooryavanshi into the national team, considering the current openers' success.
- 04In the Qualifier 2 match, Sooryavanshi made a notable 96 runs off 47 balls.
- 05Gujarat Titans successfully chased down a target of 215 runs set by Rajasthan Royals.
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Irfan Pathan, the former Indian cricketer, has endorsed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for a potential call-up to the Indian national team following his outstanding performance in IPL 2026. Sooryavanshi, playing for Rajasthan Royals, has amassed a remarkable 776 runs in 16 matches, leading the tournament in scoring. His average stands at 48.50 with a striking strike rate of 237.31, including a standout innings of 96 runs against Gujarat Titans in the Qualifier 2 match. Despite Rajasthan's exit from the playoffs, Pathan emphasized that Sooryavanshi has proven himself against world-class bowlers, making him a strong candidate for international play. However, he also acknowledged the current T20 openers, Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma, who should not be replaced immediately. Instead, Pathan advocates for Sooryavanshi's gradual introduction into the national setup to prepare him for the next T20 World Cup cycle.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's performance could influence future selections for the Indian cricket team, especially for upcoming international tournaments.
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