Sunil Gavaskar warns India about delaying Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 7:08 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Sunil Gavaskar has expressed concern that delaying Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut in the England T20I series could increase pressure on the young player. Despite being part of the squad, Sooryavanshi has not yet played, missing opportunities in the recent Ireland series. With four matches remaining in the series against England, Sooryavanshi still has the chance to debut, but each match missed raises expectations surrounding his eventual appearance. Gavaskar highlighted the importance of clear communication from the team management regarding Sooryavanshi's role.
- •Gavaskar notes the growing pressure from delayed debut opportunities.
- •Sooryavanshi was not included in the playing XI against Ireland.
- •He could debut on July 4, 2026, at 15 years old.
- •His debut would break Sachin Tendulkar's record for youngest Indian player.
- •Anticipation builds as Sooryavanshi remains on the sidelines.
- 7:08 AMYahoo Sports — 'Delay will put him under more pressure': Sunil Gavaskar fears India are making Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut harder
"The batting legend believes postponing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's India debut will only increase expectations and pressure on the teenage prodigy when he finally gets his chance.
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