Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar praised young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as a “truly special” talent, urging coaches and mentors to allow the teenager to play with his natural instincts as he continues to excel in Indian cricket. Sooryavanshi made headlines as the youngest centurion in IPL history last year and further impressed with fearless performances against top bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Kagiso Rabada, and Pat Cummins.
Tendulkar was impressed by Sooryavanshi’s wrist work and ability to hit the ball in all directions, leading to a staggering 776 runs at a strike rate of 237.31 in the recent IPL season. While Tendulkar sees potential for Sooryavanshi to play Test cricket for India in the future, he advised against placing too much pressure on the 15-year-old too soon.
Encouraging Sooryavanshi to stay true to himself and maintain his instinctive approach to batting, Tendulkar emphasized the importance of allowing the young player to learn and grow without unnecessary interference. Tendulkar believes that with time, Sooryavanshi will develop the skills to handle the challenges of the game.
Tendulkar expressed excitement about the prospect of Sooryavanshi playing Test cricket in the future but stressed the need for support and encouragement rather than constant pressure. The cricketing legend emphasized the importance of letting selectors handle the expectations and allowing the talented youngster to enjoy his cricket journey. Published on May 31, 2026.
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