India-A escaped with a slender win over Sri Lanka-A earlier than struggling a shock defeat to Afghanistan-A.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has already proven sufficient to counsel that one thing particular is brewing. Earlier than embarking on the most important assignments of his younger profession — a tour of Eire and England with the Indian senior crew — {the teenager} has made his presence felt within the ongoing tri-series involving the A groups of India, Sri Lanka and Afghanistan.
He has sparkled in brief bursts, peppering the boundary ropes with fearless strokes and showcasing the carefree swagger that has rapidly develop into his trademark. Each time he walks out to bat, there’s a sense of anticipation.
But, these flashes of brilliance have remained simply flashes. A promising begin right here, a whirlwind 22-ball 44 there, sufficient to go away spectators enthralled but additionally questioning what would possibly occur if he spends a bit extra time on the crease.
Within the difficult situations of Dambulla, the place spin usually dictates phrases, Sooryavanshi now has one other alternative to transform promise into substance. India-A faces Sri Lanka-A and Afghanistan-A in its remaining round-robin fixtures subsequent Monday and Wednesday, with the teen hoping to increase his keep within the center and assist steer his aspect into the ultimate.
India-A started the event as one of many favourites however has endured a blended marketing campaign up to now. It escaped with a slender victory over Sri Lanka-A earlier than struggling a shock defeat to Afghanistan-A in a rain-affected contest.
“Let him be on his personal,” former India captain Sourav Ganguly advised The Hindu about Sooryavanshi.
Having nurtured a number of younger cricketers, Ganguly believes it is necessary to not burden Sooryavanshi with extreme expectations. “He’s a particular expertise, and now we have all seen that within the IPL. He’ll clearly study and enhance as he grows, however it’s necessary to let him play freely and never put an excessive amount of stress on him. He’s simply 15,” Ganguly added.
Printed – June 12, 2026 05:40 pm IST
