‘Why are people surprised?’ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after record-breaking knock steals the show in India A’s tri-nation win
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again proved on Sunday that he is built for the big stage. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 94 off 29 in the tri-nation final IPL 2026 had already offered a glimpse of it when he smashed 97 and 96 in the playoffs for Rajasthan Royals. His explosive 94 off just 29 balls in the Tri-Nation Series final against Sri Lanka A in Dambulla only reinforced that reputation. After a largely subdued campaign, the 15-year-old saved his best for last, producing a record-breaking innings that powered India A to a commanding 66-run victory and the title. For Sooryavanshi, the India A call-up was both a reward for his outstanding IPL season and a stepping stone ahead of the upcoming T20I tours of Ireland and England. However, the youngster struggled to find his rhythm in the first four matches of the series, scoring only 117 runs. But when the stakes were highest, he responded in emphatic fashion. Sooryavanshi hammered 10 fours and eight sixes during his breathtaking knock of 94, reaching his half-century in just 11 …




