Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Sooryavanshi Appointed East Zone Vice‑Captain, Bhogle Raises Concerns
A 15‑year‑old cricketer named Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been chosen to be the vice‑captain of the East Zone team for a big Indian cricket competition called the Duleep Trophy.
Some people, like commentator Harsha Bhogle, think he is too young and has not played enough games.
The people who picked him say it will help him learn how to lead a team.
They also say that if the main captain, Ishan Kishan, is not available, another experienced player will take charge.
The decision is part of a plan to give young players chances to grow and maybe play for India one day.
The move has sparked a debate about whether it is too early for a teenager to get a leadership role.
15‑year‑old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named East Zone vice‑captain for the Duleep Trophy.
Commentator Harsha Bhogle criticises the move, citing Sooryavanshi’s limited first‑class experience.
Selectors say the role is a learning opportunity, not a succession plan, and an experienced player would lead if Ishan Kishan is unavailable.
Sooryavanshi has played only eight first‑class matches and scored 207 runs at a 17.25 average.
The decision is part of a long‑term strategy to expose young talent like Sooryavanshi and Ishan Kishan to leadership roles at the domestic level.
- Who
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Ishan Kishan, Harsha Bhogle, East Zone selectors
- What
- Appointment of Sooryavanshi as East Zone vice‑captain for the Duleep Trophy
- When
- Upcoming Duleep Trophy
- Where
- East Zone team, domestic cricket in India
- Why
- Selectors aim to give young players leadership experience; Bhogle questions premature responsibility
- Vice‑captain
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
- Age
- 15
- First‑class matches
- 8
- Batting average
- 17.25
- Selector committee
- East Zone
- Critic
- Harsha Bhogle
- Competition
- Duleep Trophy