Runorder: Is 15-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Ready for India Debut? | Rayudu & Finch Debate

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Year2026

Duration14m

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At just 15 years and 22 days old, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is the name on everyone’s lips. After a record-breaking 35-ball IPL century and a dominant 175 in the 2026 U-19 World Cup final, the "Wonder Boy" has sparked one of the biggest debates in Indian cricket: Is he ready for the senior national team? On this episode of ESPNcricinfo Runorder, Raunak Kapoor is joined by Ambati Rayudu, Aaron Finch, Gaurav Sundararaman (G-Stats), and Ashwin Menon to break down whether India should fast-track the youngster or protect him from the "domestic grind." In this video: Rayudu’s Bold Take: Why he thinks Sooryavanshi is ten times more talented than he was at the same age. Finch’s Advice: The importance of taking him on tours to soak in the international atmosphere without the pressure of the XI. The Record Books: Comparing Vaibhav’s trajectory to legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Shafali Verma. Upcoming Assignments: With T20I tours to Ireland and Zimbabwe on the horizon post-IPL 2026, is there a spot for him? Fairness Debate: Would fast-tracking a 15-year-old be fair to the likes of Yashasvi Jaiswal, Abhishek Sharma, and Sanju Samson? About Channel: 🏏 Stay updated with the latest T20I, ODI and Test match highlights, cricket match news, and in-depth analysis from the most exciting cricket tournaments. Subscribe to ESPNcricinfo now and unlock a world of exclusive cricket content to catch every boundary, every wicket, and every unforgettable moment of the T20I, ODIs, Test, Domestic and International Matches Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / espncricinfo   Get more cricket updates at: https://www.espncricinfo.com/ You can also find us at:   / cricinfo     / espncricinfo     / espncricinfo   Download Android and iOS Apps for more cricket news & updates: Android: https://bit.ly/2vFVfzX iOS: https://apple.co/2vGj8rg