Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old batting sensation from India, is turning heads across the cricket world, especially in England. His fearless and powerful performances for the India U19 team have sparked comparisons with cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli. Despite his young age, Suryavanshi’s talent has already made him one of the most talked-about names in Indian cricket’s next generation.
His explosive 78-ball 143 against England U19 in Worcester and a record-breaking 35-ball century in the IPL have only added to his rising reputation. With 355 runs in four ODIs at a stunning strike rate of 174, including 27 sixes, Suryavanshi has captured the imagination of fans and analysts alike.
Daniel Peacock, a statistician with the England and Wales Cricket Board, called him “probably the best 14-year-old in any sport” he’s ever seen. “The crowd believes he’s on a Tendulkar or Kohli level – maybe even beyond,” he told Times of India.
England Fans Compare Suryavanshi to Kohli and Tendulkar
The buzz around Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the UK is unprecedented for a junior cricketer. Despite struggles with pronouncing his name, English fans are flocking to youth games just to watch him bat. From autograph-seeking kids to British-Indian families making long trips, the teenage star is drawing serious attention.
“There’s a special feeling here,” said Peacock. “These games usually attract a few regulars, but with Vaibhav playing, the stands are fuller and media presence is higher.”
Suryavanshi’s fearless batting even impressed his opponents. England U-19 spinner Ralphie Albert, who bowled to him in both the ODI and Test series, said, “He just keeps going. A really good player.”
Despite efforts by India’s team management to shield him from the spotlight, the excitement around Suryavanshi continues to grow. For fans in the UK, especially among the Indian diaspora, watching the young left-hander feels like witnessing the rise of India’s next cricketing superstar.
With the senior men’s and women’s teams also touring England, Suryavanshi has managed to shine brightly alongside the biggest names, proving that greatness has no age limit.
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