Vaibhav Suryavanshi Shines in Rising Asia Cup; Will He Make the T20 Squad Against South Africa

New Delhi: India’s young batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi has once again captured the cricketing world’s attention with his stellar performance in the Rising Asia Cup 2025. Despite India A being eliminated in the semifinals by Bangladesh A, the 14-year-old prodigy emerged as the tournament’s top run-scorer, amassing 239 runs in just four matches, showcasing extraordinary talent and consistency.

In one of the tournament’s most memorable innings, Suryavanshi smashed a lightning-fast century in only 32 balls against UAE A, finishing with a blistering 143 runs. His explosive performance has sparked widespread discussions among cricket experts and fans about his potential early inclusion in India’s senior team.

Challenges of Fitting Him into the T20 Squad
Currently, India’s senior T20 team is almost set, with established players occupying their roles and positions. Integrating a young talent like Suryavanshi presents a tactical challenge. Experts suggest that if he is to be included before the 2026 T20 World Cup, it may require adjusting the opening batting position, as regular opener Shubman Gill has struggled to find form in recent matches.

Eyes on the South Africa Series
With India gearing up for a T20 series against South Africa, many voices are calling for Suryavanshi to be included in the squad to give him early exposure to international cricket. However, no official inclusion has been announced yet. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching how the selection committee plans to integrate this young sensation into the senior setup.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s meteoric rise and fearless batting make him one of the most exciting prospects for Indian cricket in the years ahead.