Srikkanth endorses Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as future of Test cricket
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 11:59 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth praised 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, suggesting he could lead a revival of Test cricket if he reaches his potential. Following a successful IPL stint and a call-up to India's T20I squad, Srikkanth emphasized the need for patience and nurturing in the young player's development. He described Sooryavanshi's style and aura as capable of attracting viewership and believes he could influence the Test format significantly. Srikkanth drew comparisons to cricket legends but urged against direct comparisons with Sachin Tendulkar, framing Sooryavanshi as an outstanding prospect for Indian cricket.
- •Krishnamachari Srikkanth calls Sooryavanshi the future of Indian cricket.
- •Srikkanth urges patience with Sooryavanshi's progress.
- •Sooryavanshi recently made his T20I squad debut.
- •Srikkanth praises Sooryavanshi's match-winning capability.
- •Sooryavanshi described as having a unique aura that attracts fans.
- 11:59 AMYahoo Sports — ‘People switch on TV to watch him’: Srikkanth says Vaibhav Sooryavanshi can revive Test cricket
"Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth believes teenage batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could spearhead a Test cricket revival if he realises his vast potential. Srikkanth urged patience, highlighting the 15-year-old's dominant style and unique aura, stating he is "simply outstanding for Indian cricket" and "the son of God" in cricketing terms.
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