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<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nNEW DELHI: India\u2019s young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is already turning heads in the cricket world. Ahead of the IPL 2026 season, the Rajasthan Royals star, who idolises Brian Lara and Yuvraj Singh<\/a>, is aiming to make an impact. Having shone in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 and broken records in the IPL<\/a> at just 14 last season, he, now 15, is considered a prodigy with immense potential. <\/p>\n Watch<\/span><\/p>\n Ajinkya Rahane press conference: KKR captain backs bowlers, hits back at SR critics<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n When asked if Vaibhav could play for India soon, Yuvraj, speaking on Sports Tak Podcast, said, \u201cIPL cricket has changed everything\u2026 As far as Vaibhav is concerned, I think 90% of people already know that he will play for India. The question is not if, but when\u2026 But overall, I believe he will play for India. It\u2019s just a matter of when.\u201d He also highlighted the importance of staying grounded: \u201c100%. I think he is an amazing talent. But it\u2019s very important to keep your head on your shoulders, that matters a lot.\u201dYuvraj Singh has been impressed by his game, adding, \u201cThe most remarkable thing about Vaibhav is his bat speed. His bat speed is incredibly fast\u2014honestly, even I didn\u2019t have that kind of speed. I\u2019ve seen very few players with such quick hands\u2026 What stood out for me was the way he hit sixes on the off-side, even against good deliveries, that showed real quality.\u201d Yuvraj also added that Vaibhav\u2019s power is all around the ground, not limited to one area, and with more experience, he will only improve.\u201cWhen I was picked, my only goal was to give the team a good start. I wanted to play my game in the Powerplay, and if I got a good start, I wanted to continue and play long without giving my wicket away. I knew that if I played my shots, the scenario of the game would change,\u201d Sooryavanshi recently told JioStar.<\/p>\n Poll<\/p>\n Who do you think is a better role model for young cricketers?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n With his record-breaking starts and fearlessness, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is widely expected to shine at the international level soon.Also See: CSK vs PBKS Live Score<\/a><\/div>\n\n