If Sachin Tendulkar is the God of Cricket, Then Vaibhav Suryavanshi Could Be the Son of God Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 15-year-old prodigy, has been selected for India’s senior T20 team ahead of the upcoming tours of Ireland and England, sparking comparisons to cricket legends. Former India captain and chief selector Krishnamachari Srikkanth has hailed the teenager as “the son of God” if Tendulkar is considered the sport’s deity, citing his extraordinary talent and potential to break records. Suryavanshi’s meteoric rise has already captured the attention of cricketing circles, with his performance in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) solidifying his status as one of the youngest stars in the game. Suryavanshi’s selection for the T20 squad marks a historic moment, as he could become the youngest player to debut for India if given the opportunity. His IPL 2026 campaign was nothing short of spectacular, where he amassed 776 runs, claiming the Orange Cap as the highest run-scorer. The teenager also broke Chris Gayle’s record by hitting 72 sixes in a single season, showcasing his power-hitting ability and composure under pressure. Analysts and selectors have praised his maturity and technical skill, with Srikkanth emphasizing that his age should not overshadow his achievements. Srikkanth’s comments, shared on his YouTube channel, highlight the significance of Suryavanshi’s inclusion in the national team. “He has earned his place in the team through sheer performance, not age,” Srikkanth stated. “The selectors have made the right call by giving him a chance to prove himself. However, the management should avoid rushing him into the playing XI. He needs time to learn and adapt, even if he’s already making waves.#indian_premier_league #vaibhav_suryavanshi #asian_games #krishnamachari_srikkanth #india_t20_team
AAI Begins Fresh Trials for Asian Games, World Cup Stages 3 and 4 The Archery Association of India (AAI) has announced new selection trials in Sonipat to determine the men’s and women’s squads for World Cup Stages 3 and 4, as well as the upcoming Asian Games. The trials follow India’s performance in the first two stages of the Archery World Cup, where the team secured two golds and one bronze. Indian archers returned home after competing in Mexico (Stage 1) and China (Stage 2), now facing the challenge of defending their positions against a competitive field. India’s success in the first two stages included a women’s compound team gold in Puebla, Mexico, and a women’s recurve team gold in Shanghai, China. Sahil Jadhav added a bronze in men’s compound, bringing the team’s total to three medals. India ranks fifth in the overall tally after two stages, behind China (11 medals, five golds), the USA (nine medals, three golds), Turkiye (11 medals, two golds), and Korea (five medals, two golds). The recurve women’s team made a strong showing in Shanghai, defeating Korea in the semifinals and then beating China in the final. Simranjeet Kaur, who did not participate in the team gold, impressed in the individual draw by reaching the semifinals before losing to world No. 1 Kang Chae-young of Korea, the eventual champion. While the team golds highlight India’s strength in compound and recurve events, the single individual bronze underscores concerns about depth in individual and mixed competitions. Across the first two stages, Indian archers rarely advanced beyond the quarterfinals in individual events, raising questions about consistency. The Sonipat trials will feature qualification rounds on the first two days, followed by a round-robin league and elimination rounds.#sonipat #archery_association_of_india #world_cup_stage_3 #world_cup_stage_4 #asian_games
