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Kapil Dev: Don't Hype 15-Year-Old Sensation!
3 Jul
Summary
- Kapil Dev urges caution regarding the hype around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
- Dev compares Sooryavanshi's T20 talent to Tendulkar and Kohli.
- Focus remains on Sooryavanshi's potential debut in the England series.
1983 World Cup-winning captain Kapil Dev has cautioned against the overwhelming attention on 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a prodigious talent in Indian cricket. Dev believes the young batter possesses extraordinary talent, drawing comparisons to legends Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, particularly in T20 cricket. However, he emphasized that Sooryavanshi needs time to develop and should not be subjected to excessive hype at such a tender age.
Dev suggested that while Sooryavanshi's T20 prowess is undeniable, his ability in longer formats of the game remains to be proven. He drew parallels with Sachin Tendulkar's early debut, stating that ability should be prioritized over age if the team management deems a player ready. The young sensation has been included in India's squads for the T20I series against Ireland and England, sparking widespread debate about his immediate debut.
Despite strong calls for his inclusion, especially after India's struggles in the recent series, Sooryavanshi has yet to make his international debut. He remained on the bench during the rain-affected first T20I against England. All eyes are now on the upcoming second T20I at Old Trafford, where his debut remains a significant talking point among fans and experts alike.
