Former Indian cricketer Parthiv Patel has advised the Indian team management to handle Vaibhav Sooryavanshi patiently and support his potential debut in the ongoing series. Patel emphasized the importance of clear communication with the 15-year-old player to avoid confusion about his role in the squad.
Patel’s comments follow India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel also advocating for patience with Sooryavanshi while expressing confidence in established openers Sanju Samson and Abhishek Sharma before the second T20I against England. The coaching staff aims to ensure that players like Samson, who have excelled in the past, receive necessary support during challenging times.
Morkel stressed the significance of maintaining trust in current players like Sharma and Samson, despite the emergence of promising talents like Sooryavanshi. He highlighted the importance of not hastily altering the batting lineup to accommodate new players, focusing instead on consistent performances and strengthening the team’s top order.
Sooryavanshi, who made headlines with his exceptional performance in the IPL 2026, is eager for his international debut with India after being unused in the series against Ireland. The coaching staff is cautious about integrating new players and aims to build on the strengths of existing players to enhance the team’s performance.
