The Under-19 cricket matches have brought extensive recognition for teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi because of his powerful batting abilities. The 14-year-old player has produced multiple strong batting performances throughout his career. Indian senior team supporters want to see him play for their team.
Tharoor Highlights Vaibhav’s Potential
- Shashi Tharoor member of Congress supports the decision to give Vaibhav an opportunity to compete at the senior level. Tharoor explained that people should recognize Vaibhav because of his outstanding abilities. Tharoor explained that players with this level of talent only appear every hundred years.
- Tharoor also referred to Sachin Tendulkar’s early rise in international cricket. He explained that Tendulkar showed his talent at a young age before he began to play for India at an early age. Tharoor suggested that Vaibhav should be selected for the national team India. Tharoor shared his views along with a photograph of an advertisement featuring Vaibhav on his X account.
Strong Performances Across Tournaments
- Vaibhav has maintained his status as an elite athlete throughout the past year. The IPL match for Rajasthan saw him achieve national fame when he scored 100 runs after facing only 35 pitches. He performed well in the Under-19 World Cup tournament.
- In the final match against England Vaibhav delivered an important batting performance. He achieved a century by scoring 175 runs through 80 balls which he completed in 55 balls. His performance served as a vital element which contributed to India's success. The tournament recognized his performance with two awards which included both Player of the Match and Player of the Series.
