After smashing a record 175 in the U19 World Cup final at just 14, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has ignited a national debate: should India fast-track him to the senior team? While comparisons to Sachin Tendulkar fly, ICC regulations say he must wait until March 2026.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the record-breaking U19 World Cup champion, is a prodigy trapped between two worlds. He’s too old for junior cricket but must wait until his 15th birthday in March 2026 to be eligible for India’s senior team due to ICC rules.
The ICC has unveiled its U19 World Cup 2026 Team of the Tournament, led by India’s record-breaking Vaibhav Sooryavanshi—but some standout performers were left out, sparking debate.
India’s record-extending sixth U-19 World Cup title wasn’t just about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 175—it revealed a deep, resilient squad ready to shape the next decade of Indian cricket.
At just 14, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi smashed a breathtaking 175 off 80 balls to win India their sixth U-19 World Cup—but his post-match humility stunned fans even more.
After his record-breaking 175 in the U19 World Cup final, fans are demanding Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s senior India call-up—but strict eligibility rules are standing in the way.