Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Sanju Samson and Gautam Gambhir (BCCI Photo)
“I have played cricket from a very young age, and at 16, I was enjoying cricket in the maidans in some club grounds in Chennai. That’s what a 16-year-old is supposed to do. I won’t jump to any conclusions.
Praising the youngster’s fearless approach, Ashwin said Sooryavanshi had already shown glimpses of his exceptional talent throughout the IPL and predicted a bright future for him. He is a talent to watch out for. Let him enjoy his cricket, and let’s also enjoy watching him bat,” he explained.
He did something spectacular today (Tuesday).
I look forward to seeing him do very many special things in his career,” Ashwin said on SonyLiv. “The way Vaibhav Sooryavanshi just took off was something that he has done all IPL. For me, he is and will always be a very special player. Drawing from his own early years in the game, Ashwin explained why it was important not to rush to conclusions about a young player’s future based on a few standout performances. With Kishan potentially returning for the next game, the team management could face a decision over the batting order, with Ashwin backing Samson to resume his place as opener and Sooryavanshi to continue his development away from the immediate spotlight.
3 in the previous game. Beyond the selection debate, Ashwin’s bigger concern is ensuring that the 15-year-old gets enough room to develop without the weight of expectations. Earlier reporting noted: Former India cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin has urged patience with teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the 15-year-old smashed a quickfire 45 off just 19 balls in the third T20I against New Zealand. Abhishek and Sooryavanshi put on a record-breaking 133-run opening partnership as India chased down a target of 199 with 6.4 overs to spare.
I know he is going to be the poster boy of Indian cricket at some stage, but we all need to take that backward step and allow him to enjoy his cricket,” said Ashwin. Ashwin said that if wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan is fit for the next game, Sooryavanshi should return to the bench, as Sanju Samson deserves to open the innings alongside Abhishek Sharma While analysing the match. I look forward to seeing him do very many special things in his career,” Ashwin said on SonyLiv.
However, Ashwin feels Samson should reclaim his opening position if Kishan is available for the next match. With Kishan’s injury having opened the door for Sooryavanshi, Samson had moved to No. he stressed that the youngster should be allowed to enjoy the game While acknowledging that Sooryavanshi could become one of Indian cricket’s biggest names in the future. “These are all big statements to make so early in his life. I really hope that the young boy gets that breathing space. For me, he is and will always be a very special player.
Earlier reporting noted: “The way Vaibhav Sooryavanshi just took off was something that he has done all IPL. Earlier reporting noted: “These are all big statements to make so early in his life.