Vaibhav Suryavanshi Silences Critics, Leaves Cricket Greats In Awe With Sensational 44-Run Knock

New Delhi: After a shaky start in the 2026 Tri-Nation 'A' Series, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has regained his form. Playing for India A against Afghanistan A in Dambulla, he scored 44 runs off 22 balls, including nine fours. A notable aspect of the 15-year-old's innings was his fresh approach; despite being known as a "six-hitting machine," he did not hit a single six during this knock.

Experts were delighted to see this shift in his approach. Former Indian cricketer Ravichandran Ashwin and commentator Sanjay Manjrekar heaped praise on Suryavanshi, noting that his innings was not merely about brute force but also featured exceptional timing.

How did experts describe Vaibhav Suryavanshi's innings?

R. Ashwin praised Vaibhav Suryavanshi's 44-run knock, highlighting that it wasn't just about power but also tremendous timing, particularly on the cover drive. Ashwin wrote on X:

"Out! But the 44-run knock off 21 balls was thoroughly entertaining. We saw some beautifully timed cover drives. We’ve seen his power before, but today’s innings was completely different, not just about power. This kid is an amazing player."

What did Sanjay Manjrekar say about Vaibhav Suryavanshi?

Manjrekar also praised Vaibhav wholeheartedly, commending his natural ability to time the ball. Manjrekar added, "India A is in Sri Lanka; the pitches here aren't as flat as in the IPL, and this isn't T20 cricket either. So, seeing Vaibhav Suryavanshi bat in these different conditions is exciting! He isn't just a T20 hitter; he can excel in ODIs too. He is a special talent!"