India, under captain Shreyas Iyer, defeated Zimbabwe by seven wickets in the first T20I in Harare, ending a seven-match winless streak. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, became the youngest player to score a T20I half-century, while Mayank Yadav also made an impact on his comeback.
Indian teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, aged 15 years and 118 days, made history by scoring his maiden T20I half-century against Zimbabwe in Harare, becoming the youngest player globally to achieve this feat, surpassing Gibraltar's Louis Bruce.
India's T20 team, led by new captain Shreyas Iyer, faces Zimbabwe in a three-match series in Harare, aiming to regain confidence after consecutive defeats in Ireland and England. The series is crucial for Iyer's captaincy and several players seeking to revive their T20 careers.
Spanish football prodigy Lamine Yamal, 19, prepares for the World Cup final, reflecting on his journey from the neglected Catalonian neighborhood of Rocafonda to becoming Spain's most famous player and Barcelona's heir to Lionel Messi.
Yuvraj Singh has nicknamed 15-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi "Terminator 6", comparing him to Abhishek Sharma ("Terminator 4"). Singh sees Sooryavanshi as a "serious player in the making" and expressed a desire to mentor him, similar to his work with Sharma. Sooryavanshi recently debuted for India and broke Singh's List A fifty record.
Sanju Samson, Player of the Tournament in the T20 World Cup, has been excluded from India's squad for the Zimbabwe series. This decision, following captain Suryakumar Yadav's exclusion, is attributed to Samson's inconsistency despite recent strong performances. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's emergence is also a key factor.
Former England spinner Graeme Swann believes teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could pose a daunting challenge for England if he debuts for India in the upcoming T20I series. Swann described Sooryavanshi, who had a record-breaking IPL 2026 season, as "almost unplayable," with Jofra Archer potentially having a slight advantage due to their Rajasthan Royals association.
England has set their playing XI for the first T20I against India, excluding Jofra Archer. India's captain Shreyas Iyer will announce their lineup. Former opener Kris Srikkanth has proposed an XI, advocating for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut but also suggesting he shouldn't play the first two T20Is against England.
Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's India debut remains uncertain despite strong IPL form and calls for his inclusion. India's top-order struggles in Ireland have intensified debate, but assistant coach Ryan ten Doeschate emphasizes patience and backing established players.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is impressing cricket legends with his extraordinary confidence and fearless batting. Rajasthan Royals coach Kumar Sangakkara shared anecdotes of Sooryavanshi predicting match-winning performances and fearlessly facing top bowlers.
Despite strong fan support and cheers at the Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi did not make his India debut against Ireland. Captain Shreyas Iyer confirmed the decision, while Ireland secured a historic 34-run victory.
Fifteen-year-old batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is set to make history as the youngest player to represent India in men's international cricket if he debuts against Ireland in Belfast, breaking Sachin Tendulkar's long-standing record.
15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is set to make history as the youngest player to represent India in men's international cricket if he debuts against Ireland. His selection follows a stellar IPL 2026 season.
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 15, is poised for a potential international debut for India against Ireland in Belfast. His parents' arrival at the team hotel fuels speculation, as the young cricketer expresses his dream fulfillment upon receiving his India jersey.
Legendary West Indies captain Clive Lloyd has lauded 15-year-old Indian batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, stating he possesses the qualities for a bright future. Lloyd, reflecting on a hypothetical contest against his era's fearsome pace attack, praised Sooryavanshi's eyesight and striking ability. He advised preserving the youngster's natural style. Sooryavanshi recently smashed the fastest List A fifty in 11 balls.
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed the fastest List A half-century in history (11 balls) and scored 94 off 29 balls in the Tri-Series final, leading India A to a 66-run victory over Sri Lanka A. The 15-year-old credited a conversation with his coach for overcoming a lean patch.
Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed the fastest List A half-century in history (11 balls) and scored 94 off 29 balls in the Tri-Series final. His explosive innings helped India A defeat Sri Lanka A by 66 runs to win the title.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed 94 off 29 balls, a List A record, to guide India A to 377/9. India A then defeated Sri Lanka A by 66 runs in the tri-series final, restricting the hosts to 311 despite strong individual efforts.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed 94 off 29 balls, setting a List A record for fastest fifty in 11 deliveries, as India A defeated Sri Lanka A by 66 runs in the tri-series final. India A posted 377/9, with Sri Lanka A managing 311 in reply.
Ivory Coast's teenage football star Yan Diomande is dedicating his World Cup performance to his sister Roxanne, who died a year ago. The 19-year-old, who plays for RB Leipzig, aims to make her proud by performing on the world stage, using his grief to fuel his ambition.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 38 runs off 28 balls for India A against Afghanistan A in a Tri-Nation A Series match, surviving a controversial early dismissal and a dropped catch, before being caught in the 8th over.
A Tri-Nation A Series match between India A and Sri Lanka A in Dambulla ended in controversy after a tie, leading to a Super Over. Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was involved in heated exchanges with umpires and a Sri Lankan player, with videos of the incident going viral.
A Tri-Nation A Series match between India A and Sri Lanka A in Dambulla ended in a controversial Super Over victory for Sri Lanka A after a dramatic final ball and heated exchanges involving teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
Ten-year-old Aashirwad Sooryavanshi scored a century (103 off 87 balls) in a local practice match in Samastipur, India, following in the footsteps of his elder brother, teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
