Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the talk of the town when this 13-year-old boy fetched a price of INR 1.10 crore in the IPL auction. This came after an intense bidding clash between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals, with the latter ultimately securing his services for INR 1.10 crore. Now, Sanju Samson, the captain of RR, has spoken about the value Vaibhav is going to bring to the RR camp. Samson spoke highly of 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, praising his confidence and ability. He mentioned that the new generation of players, like Vaibhav, are very brave and understand the current needs of Indian cricket.
Sanju Samson on Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s potential ahead of IPL 2025
Speaking exclusively in the SuperStar series on JioHotstar, Samson said, “Vaibhav looks very confident; he was hitting sixes out of the ground at the academy. People were already talking about his power-hitting. What else can you ask for? It’s all about understanding his strengths, backing him, and being there for him like an elder brother.”
Thoughts on Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s IPL Readiness
“I think he looks ready to contribute. The key is to keep him in the best shape and provide a relaxed environment, which is something Rajasthan Royals is known for. We ensure a positive atmosphere in the dressing room and back our players. You never know—he might end up playing for India in a couple of years. I feel he is ready for the IPL. He looks capable of landing a few solid punches here and there. Let’s see what the future holds.”
Who is Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Vaibhav’s cricket journey began at just four years old when his father, recognising his passion for the sport, built a small playing area in their backyard. At nine, he joined a cricket academy in Samastipur, and by the age of 12, he made his debut in the Vinoo Mankad Trophy for Bihar, made 400 runs in five matches.
His real breakthrough came during a youth Test match against Australia in Chennai, where he represented India U-19. Vaibhav’s explosive 104 off 62 balls turned heads and earned him widespread recognition. Now, we may see him smashing bowlers in IPL 2025 as well.
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