
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has praised teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, highlighting his fearless stroke-making and ability to perform at a young age. Dhawan said having skill is one thing but what…
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan has praised teenage batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, highlighting his fearless stroke-making and ability to perform at a young age. Dhawan said having skill is one thing but what makes Sooryavanshi special is his temperament. The comments came after Sooryavanshi impressed in recent domestic matches, catching the eye of selectors and fans alike.
Dhawan, known for his own aggressive style, noted that Sooryavanshi's confidence sets him apart. The 16-year-old has been scoring freely against senior bowlers, drawing comparisons to young talents who have graduated to higher levels. Dhawan's endorsement adds weight to the prospect's rising profile in Indian cricket.
The usual hype machine around young cricketers is already churning, with Dhawan's praise likely to fuel unrealistic expectations. But Indian cricket is littered with prodigies who faded after early success. Sooryavanshi's real test will be consistency over a full Ranji season, not a handful of flashy knocks. The number to watch is his average after 20 first-class matches, not Dhawan's quote.
Source: sports.ndtv.com
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