15-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Named Vice-Captain for Duleep Trophy

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's rapid rise continues as the 15-year-old has been appointed vice-captain of the East Zone squad for the 2026 Duleep Trophy. The announcement comes on the heels of his Player of the Series performance in Zimbabwe, cementing his reputation as one of India's brightest prospects.

Despite having played only eight first-class matches, Sooryavanshi will serve as deputy to India international Ishan Kishan. The 15-player squad also features stars like Mohammed Shami, Mukesh Kumar, and Shahbaz Ahmed, making East Zone a strong contender in the tournament.