Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's IPL Form Fails in T20I Debut
The 15-year-old prodigy has scored just 14, 13, and 15 in three innings, drawing scrutiny from the BCCI for his reckless strokeplay.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who dominated IPL 2026 with 776 runs, has struggled to replicate that success in the T20I series against England. After a delayed debut, the young opener has managed only 42 runs across three innings, with England bowlers exploiting a clear weakness in his technique.
The BCCI is closely monitoring his performance alongside Abhishek Sharma's. While the board appreciates their aggressive intent, sources indicate they need to exercise better shot selection and play according to the situation. England captain Harry Brook had warned of specific plans, and Jofra Archer's hard-length deliveries have troubled Sooryavanshi repeatedly.
With the top order settled, India continues to give him opportunities, but pressure is mounting. Sooryavanshi must adapt quickly to survive at the international level.