Ex-India star praises young cricketing star Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Former India wicketkeeper Ambati Rayudu praised the young batter and backed him to play for the senior men’s Indian team.

Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 saw the rise of a 14-year-old cricketing star playing for the Rajasthan Royals team in the tournament, making a century and winning hearts. He is Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has recently made headlines for his heroics on the field. He became the talk of the town, first after being bought by RR for ₹1.10 crore during the mega auctions and then by scoring an impressive 252 runs in seven matches. Former India wicketkeeper Ambati Rayudu is also impressed by the young cricketing star.

Ambati Rayudu praises Vaibhav Suryavanshi.

Former India wicketkeeper Ambati Rayudu is all praises for 14-year-old RR player in the IPL, Vaibhav Suryavanshi. The former has also backed the latter for the senior men’s Indian team. Rayudu spoke highly about Suryavanshi’s aggressive batting style and stated that the IPL prodigy should be given proper guidance. Speaking on Shubhankar Mishra’s podcast, Rayudu said, “His bat speed is extraordinary. Jo uska whip aata hai… I hope nobody changes that. He should get better. Someone like Lara… maybe go and talk to him. He also had a similar type of bat lift. So he can learn about how to control the bat speed when you are defending and when you are playing with a soft hand. So if he learns that, then he will be an extraordinary talent.”

“Usko zyada gyaan mat do.”

Rayudu added, “He only has to focus on one thing, and that is he should not listen to many people. Don’t listen to people; just back your talent. And for coaches also, it is important that usko zyada gyaan mat do. Leave him.” He further stated that Suryavanshi will prosper under the guidance of RR coach Rahul Dravid. He said, “He’s extraordinary talent. Agar sambhal ke usko sahi guide karenge… He is lucky that Rahul (Dravid) bhai is with him. Rahul Bhai will take care of him.”