Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s IPL exploits have triggered calls for an early India cap but Anil Kumble has advised caution, stressing that the young prodigy’s journey should not be rushed. ADVERTISEMENT“The player himself probably answers that question,” Kumble said, referring to the debate around fast-tracking versus gradual progression. But the way he is batting, he’s certainly someone the selectors will be watching closely,” Kumble added. In the Royals’ six-wicket win, Sooryavanshi smashed eight fours and seven sixes, reaching his half-century off just 15 deliveries. Against Mumbai Indians on Tuesday, he greeted pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah with a six off his first delivery.

Source: The Telegraph April 11, 2026 05:36 UTC