Vaibhav Sooryavanshi named East Zone vice-captain for Duleep Trophy
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 10:22 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricketer, has been appointed vice-captain of East Zone for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, which starts August 23 in Bengaluru. Selectors cited his rapid rise and previous leadership experience as key factors. Ishan Kishan will serve as captain, allowing Sooryavanshi to develop without the immediate pressure of leading. The selectors are optimistic that this role may pave the way for future opportunities with the national team if he performs well. East Zone's squad includes prominent players such as Mohammed Shami and Abhimanyu Easwaran.
- •Sooryavanshi previously served as vice-captain of Bihar in first-class cricket.
- •He was part of the Indian team that won the Under-19 World Cup.
- •He had an impressive IPL season with Rajasthan Royals.
- •Selectors emphasized the importance of giving young players responsibility.
- •East Zone will begin their Duleep Trophy campaign against North Zone in Bengaluru.
- 10:22 AMYahoo Sports — 'One day he could captain India': Selectors explain why 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named East Zone vice-captain
- 9:38 PMYahoo Sports — Future India captain? Selector explains why 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named East Zone vice-captain
"Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, aged fifteen, has been appointed East Zone vice-captain for the upcoming Duleep Trophy. Selectors believe this move invests in the future of Indian cricket and accelerates his development. Ishan Kishan will captain the team, easing immediate leadership pressure on the young player. Sooryavanshi's prior leadership roles and strong IPL performance informed this significant selection.
"East Zone selectors appointed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as vice-captain for the Duleep Trophy. This move aims to develop his leadership skills by observing the captain closely. Experienced players like Abhimanyu Easwaran were not considered for this specific role. Ishan Kishan will lead the team as captain, with Sooryavanshi as his deputy. Both players are seen as future prospects for India's cricket setup.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 10:22 AM'One day he could captain India': Selectors explain why 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named East Zone vice-captain
East Zone selectors appointed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as vice-captain for the Duleep Trophy. This move aims to develop his leadership skills by observing the captain closely. Experienced players like Abhimanyu Easwaran were not considered for this specific role. Ishan Kishan will lead the team as captain, with Sooryavanshi as his deputy. Both players are seen as future prospects for India's cricket setup.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 9:38 PMFuture India captain? Selector explains why 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was named East Zone vice-captain
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, aged fifteen, has been appointed East Zone vice-captain for the upcoming Duleep Trophy. Selectors believe this move invests in the future of Indian cricket and accelerates his development. Ishan Kishan will captain the team, easing immediate leadership pressure on the young player. Sooryavanshi's prior leadership roles and strong IPL performance informed this significant selection.
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