Vaibhav Sooryavanshi receives advice from Sri Lanka's first ODI captain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 5:26 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
After India A's Super Over defeat to Sri Lanka A in Dambulla, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi met Anura Tennekoon, Sri Lanka's first ODI captain, who waited an hour for the young player. Sooryavanshi, showing respect, touched Tennekoon’s feet following a tough match where he struggled. Tennekoon offered words of encouragement, advising him to focus on his game and ignore outside commentary. The gesture highlights a moment of connection and mentorship amid the pressures of young talent in cricket.
- •Vaibhav Sooryavanshi faced challenges during the Super Over.
- •Anura Tennekoon waited outside the dressing room to meet him.
- •Sooryavanshi showed respect by touching Tennekoon’s feet.
- •Tennekoon advised Sooryavanshi to block out external noise.
- •Sooryavanshi has garnered attention after impressive IPL performances.
- 5:26 AMYahoo Sports — Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shows class with respectful gesture as SL's first ODI captain offers valuable advice after tough loss
"Sri Lanka's historic first ODI captain, Anura Tennekoon, waited an hour to comfort 15-year-old Sooryavanshi, urging the youngster to block out the outside noise.
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