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15-Year-Old Cricketer's Fielding Woes Exposed
14 Oct
Summary
- Youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fielding requires improvement.
- Former coach believes 'Impact Player' role hinders development.
- Player needs dedicated fielding practice to avoid mishaps.
Former India fielding coach R. Sridhar has highlighted concerns regarding 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fielding abilities, urging the support staff to prioritize his development in this area. Sridhar suggested that the 'Impact Player' rule, which often exempts Sooryavanshi from fielding duties, may be hindering his progress as a quality fielder.
Sridhar emphasized the need for a structured plan to improve Sooryavanshi's fielding. He pointed to a dropped catch in the Asian Games 2026 final as an example of a potential mishap. The coach believes consistent daily practice is crucial for the young player to evolve into a proficient fielder by his late teens.
The coach also expressed broader concerns about Indian fielding standards, noting 50 dropped catches in 29 T20I games in 2026. He is confident that the team management is actively working on strategies to enhance catching efficiency and fielding prowess.
