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Uthappa draws Kambli, Shaw parallel for Sooryavanshi
Former cricketers Robin Uthappa and Shikhar Dhawan have weighed in on teenage batting star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who at 15 has already debuted for India and dominated the IPL with 776 runs and…
The Story in Brief
Former cricketers Robin Uthappa and Shikhar Dhawan have weighed in on teenage batting star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who at 15 has already debuted for India and dominated the IPL with 776 runs and 72 sixes. Uthappa warned that talent alone is not enough, citing Vinod Kambli and Prithvi Shaw as examples of gifted players who faded. He stressed the need for proper mentorship and protection from distractions. Dhawan praised Sooryavanshi’s fearless batting but agreed that skill must be backed by courage and the right mindset. Both urged the youngster to stay focused on cricket rather than commercial commitments.
The Indian Opinion
Comparisons with legends flatter a 15-year-old but risk crushing him. Debates over his potential vs Tendulkar ignore that every career has its own arc. The real test is not talent but how he handles fame, money, and failure. Watch if he stays grounded and picks runs consistently over the next three seasons. One good IPL does not make a career.
Sources (2): rediff.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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Updated: this story now draws on 2 sources.
