AB de Villiers Backs India's Decision to Select 15-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
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South African legend AB de Villiers supports India's selection of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling it a 'right' and 'brave' decision, citing his talent and IPL 2026 dominance.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's exceptional IPL 2026 performance led to his historic selection in the Indian national team.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, has been backed by AB de Villiers for his maiden India call-up, deemed a 'right' and 'brave' decision by selectors. Sooryavanshi made history as the youngest Indian player, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s 1989 record. De Villiers praised Sooryavanshi’s talent, especially after his dominating IPL 2026 with 776 runs and 72 sixes for Rajasthan Royals. While cautious about predicting his red-ball future, de Villiers believes Sooryavanshi has the skill to succeed in Test cricket if he chooses to pursue it, acknowledging the different challenges it would bring.
Sooryavanshi’s selection for the Ireland, England tours, and Asian Games has garnered support, with his IPL performance being a key factor. De Villiers commended the selectors for opting for youth over experience. The cricket legend also highlighted the importance of Sooryavanshi’s desire to play Test cricket, questioning if he truly wants to, despite his capabilities.
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Sooryavanshi to face challenges in Test cricket if pursued
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- Will Sooryavanshi play Test cricket?