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Vaibhav Suryavanshi is once again in the selection headlines ahead of India’s second T20 match against England in Manchester on Saturday (July 4). The 15-year-old teenage batting sensation is still waiting for her chance, and now her Instagram story has got everyone talking.
After missing the opening T20I series in Ireland and the five-match T20I series in England, Vaibhav shared a short message on Instagram, giving fans hope that his India debut could finally happen at the Old Trafford Cricket Ground in Manchester on Saturday.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi gives big hint of India debut ahead of 2nd IND vs ENG T20I
Is BCCI’s logic for delaying Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s debut understandable or not? Well,
Vaibhav Suryavanshi has given a big hint about his India debut ahead of the second T20 match against England on Saturday.
The teenage batting sensation recently shared his image from the India A vs Sri Lanka A one-day tri-series final, where he scored a record-breaking 94 runs off just 29 balls to help his team win the trophy.
However, it was the caption that caught the attention. Vaibhav just posted “New Chapter” on his Instagram Story, and many believe the youngster could be handed his debut cap in Manchester.
India are supporting the top order despite Sanju Samson’s poor form.
Earlier, India bowling coach Morne Morkel had openly made it clear that the team management wants to support its established top order comprising Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan. However, Samson’s place is under question after his recent decline.
But Morkel has insisted that he has decided to support Samson keeping in mind his performance in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Indian head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shreyas Iyer have also supported the decision and refused to take Kishore to the highest level.
The Indian leadership team believes that Vaibhav is a special talent, but they want to give him a chance at the right time rather than include him in the team. Well, it remains to be seen whether they change their mind at the last minute or not.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi included in India after Dream IPL 2026
Teenager Vaibhav Suryavanshi made his debut in the senior team in India after a dream IPL 2026 season with Rajasthan Royals. He won the Orange Cap after scoring 776 runs at an impressive strike rate of 237.30. His fearless batting impressed everyone and made him one of the most exciting players.
However, since joining the Indian team, Vaibhav was not selected in the playing eleven in either of the two T20 matches against Ireland. He was also kept out of the first T20 match against England. The first match against England was washed out due to rain, only after which India’s innings could be completed.
Michael Vaughan raised questions from BCCI on ignoring Vaibhav Suryavanshi
India’s decision to keep Vaibhav Suryavanshi on the bench has left many people confused. After Ravi Shastri and Sunil Gavaskar, former England captain Michael Vaughan expressed doubts over the move.
“We need to tell the BCCI and the selectors, Ajit, how come he didn’t play against Ireland? Our guy, the kid,” Vaughan said on the Stick to Cricket podcast. To which Alastair Cook replied: “I’m there tomorrow, and I’m driving as a fan to make sure the 15-year-old plays.”