Stuart Broad blown away by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s talent before India debut

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s dream run continues as the 15-year-old batting sensation is now set to make his India debut either in the upcoming two-match T20I series in Ireland or in the five-match T20I series in England next month. The Southpaw who was recently called ‘a national treasure’ was also named in India’s squad for the Asian Games 2026.

Now, all eyes are on whether the left-handed opener gets a place in the playing XI. If he plays, Vaibhav will create history, as he will become the youngest player to represent India in international cricket, surpassing the legendary record set by the greatest, Sachin Tendulkar.

Stuart Broad left amazed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Ahead of his much-awaited India debut, former England fast bowler Stuart Broad said that he has been hugely impressed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s recent performances. Broad feels Vaibhav is playing with unbelievable confidence and making difficult cricket look incredibly simple.

The teenager recently grabbed headlines with a stunning 11-ball half-century against Sri Lanka A. His explosive batting helped India win the one-day tri-series final. Broad admitted that he is excited to watch the youngster in action during the upcoming T20I series in the UK.

Stuart Broad wants Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in India XI on the UK tour

The former England pacer believes the teenager has all the qualities needed to become a special player in the future. Stuart Broad said on the For the Love of Cricket podcast: “He’s got it all, hasn’t he? He’s got it all. He’s even getting into sledging now. OK, the cricket’s too easy. 11 balls. That’s crazy. I’m sure you are probably not hoping, but I am doing the first T20 up in Durham against India. What is that, July the 1st? I just hope he plays.”

Broad signed off by saying, “I really—I’ve actually got to be honest—I think I might be starstruck by him. And do you know what? It isn’t just us buying into the hype. I mean, you’ve obviously seen him; you’ve kept to him. I’ve spent the week with Dinesh Kartik, who’s one of the coaches, an assistant coach at RCB. And, of course, I’m like, seriously, what do you think of this guy? He is unbelievable.”

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s IPL heroics

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been in the spotlight ever since his unbelievable IPL 2026 season with Rajasthan Royals. The young batter dominated the tournament, scoring 776 runs, including one century and five half-centuries, to finish as the highest run-scorer and win the Orange Cap.

His brilliant performances have now earned him a place in the Indian team. Ahead of the T20I series against Ireland, Vaibhav received his first-ever India jersey with the number 3 on the back.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivers another jaw-dropping performance

Recently, Vaibhav once again showed why he is considered one of India’s brightest young talents. The teenager smashed a breathtaking 94 runs from only 29 balls and once again stunned everyone with his fearless batting for India A in the tri-series final against Sri Lanka A.

During that incredible knock, Vaibhav also created history as he struck the fastest-ever List A fifty, reaching the milestone in just 11 balls. Earlier this year, he had already made headlines in the Under-19 World Cup, where he hammered a stunning 175 off 80 balls against England in the final. It remains the highest individual score ever recorded in an Under-19 World Cup final.