Unveiling the Truth: Ravi Shastri's Eye-Opening Revelation about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Age and the Road Ahead
Unleash the Power of Cricket: Uncover the Secrets of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Rise to Fame
Ravi Shastri, the legendary former India coach, has recently shared a captivating insight during the Willow Talk show on the LiSTNR Sport podcast. He revealed a conversation with an Australian commentator, Matthew Hayden, who was left in awe by the young batting prodigy, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. But here's where it gets controversial... Shastri's revelation not only highlights the young talent's potential but also raises questions about the expectations and challenges that lie ahead for the 14-year-old.
Shastri's account paints a vivid picture of the young Sooryavanshi's prowess on the cricket field. He described how the teenager's performance in Jaipur left Hayden stunned, refusing to believe his eyes. 'He was hitting Mohammed Siraj and Ishant Sharma 10 rows back over extra cover and midwicket,' Shastri recalled. 'Haydos (Matthew Hayden) was there, and he said, 'Oh he can't be 14', and I said, 'Come on, calm down'.'
But the real controversy lies in Shastri's subsequent advice to Sooryavanshi. He emphasized that the young talent's biggest challenge starts now, as he has already made a significant impression at a young age, much like Sachin Tendulkar. Shastri warned, 'For him, the toughest time is now. Because he’s made such an impression at such a young age, much like Sachin. Now, in those next two or three years, he needs someone to guide him. You can go off the rails very quickly. You can go into your head, expectations are high, you might not be able to handle it.'
This is where the debate begins. While some may argue that Sooryavanshi's early success is a sign of greatness, others might question the pressure and expectations that come with such fame at a young age. Is it too early to label him as the next Sachin Tendulkar?
Shastri also offered a thought-provoking perspective on the young prodigy's future. He advised that Sooryavanshi should play red-ball cricket to fine-tune his technique and temperament. 'How good were a Sachin or a Kohli at that age? If this guy is that good at this age, there is no reason why he can’t be asked to play four-day games. It will do him good to ball out. It will help tighten his technique. Then he will get the balance of which bowlers to see off and which to target... targeting is not a problem — it is already there. It is about respecting the conditions,' Shastri added.
So, what do you think? Is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi the next big thing in cricket? Or is it too early to tell? Share your thoughts in the comments below and let's discuss the future of this young talent!
