Archive · 15 Dec 2025
India Urged to Pick 14-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for T20 World Cup
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a 14-year-old cricket player who has been making headlines with his amazing performances.
He recently scored 171 runs in a U-19 Asia Cup match, which is a record.
He also made a big impact in the IPL, becoming the youngest Indian to score a century.
Some people, like Ojha, think he is ready to play for the senior Indian team, even in the T20 World Cup.
They say he has shown he can handle tough situations and play well against top bowlers.
Ojha believes giving him a chance in the World Cup could help him grow even more.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 171 runs off 95 balls in a U-19 Asia Cup match against UAE, setting a record with 14 sixes.
He is the youngest and quickest Indian to score a century in the IPL, debuting for Rajasthan Royals.
Ojha advocates for his inclusion in India's T20 World Cup squad, citing his consistent performances against top bowlers.
Sooryavanshi has dominated in various conditions, including tours of England and Australia, and the Asia Cup.
Ojha believes Sooryavanshi is ready for the senior team and could progress further with the opportunity.
- Who
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 14-year-old cricketer
- What
- Advocacy for his inclusion in India's T20 World Cup squad
- When
- December 15, 2025
- Where
- India, with recent performances in Dubai and IPL
- Why
- Due to his record-breaking performances and consistency across formats
- Player Name
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
- Age
- 14
- Recent Performance
- 171 runs off 95 balls in U-19 Asia Cup
- IPL Debut
- Youngest and quickest Indian to score a century
- Advocate
- Ojha
- Team
- Rajasthan Royals
- Tournament
- T20 World Cup