Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
The pair produced a record-breaking assault, smashing 118 runs without losing a wicket in the powerplay — the highest score in the first six overs in men’s T20 International cricket. The 17-member squad comprises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (captain), Alok Kumar, Ayush Loharuka (wicketkeeper), Altamash Ashraf, Param Kumar Singh, Anmol Kumar (wicketkeeper), Ritwik Raj, Suraj Kashyap (vice-captain), Mayank Kumar, Raghvendra Pratap, Ashish Kumar, Vasudev Pratap Singh, Mohammad Izhar, Amod Yadav, Prashant Singh, Nawaz Khan and Himanshu Singh. He was particularly impressive in India’s recent third T20 International against New Zealand, where he opened alongside Abhishek Sharma.
Suraj Kashyap has been named vice-captain, with Bihar set to begin its campaign in Indore from November 14. This will be the first time Sooryavanshi leads Bihar’s senior side, adding another significant responsibility to a career that has progressed at an extraordinary pace.
NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s remarkable rise in Indian cricket has reached another milestone, with the teenage batting sensation appointed captain of Bihar’s senior team at just 15 for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) on Friday announced a 17-member squad for the opening two matches of the domestic T20 tournament, entrusting Sooryavanshi with the responsibility of leading the side.
We are hopeful that under Vaibhav’s leadership, the team will deliver a disciplined, competitive and effective performance while representing the state in the upcoming season,” Vardhan said. “Vaibhav has already demonstrated tremendous talent, confidence and maturity at a young age, and this responsibility will provide him with another opportunity to grow as a cricketer and leader. His performances subsequently earned him an opportunity in the Indian team, where he showcased his attacking instincts in international T20 cricket.