Shreyas Iyer Lauds Teen Prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in IPL 2026

Punjab Kings Captain Shreyas Iyer has expressed high praise for Rajasthan Royals' 15-year-old opener, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, acknowledging him as a 'spectacular talent' for his remarkable performances in the 2026 Indian Premier League. Iyer made these comments on JioStar's show 'Believe' after Punjab's decisive 54-run triumph over Lucknow Super Giants.

Iyer elaborated on Sooryavanshi's impressive bat technique and composure, which he believes distinguishes the promising young talent. He remarked on the player's natural ability and strong foundational skills, which are evident in his batting rhythm and pre-delivery movement. These traits, Iyer suggested, could help Sooryavanshi become a consistent performer in the future.

Adding to the discussion, Iyer spoke about the supportive team environment at Punjab Kings, highlighting his communications with youthful batters like Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya. Iyer underlined the importance of endorsing natural talent and individuality, aiming to instill confidence by encouraging players to stay true to themselves and play fearlessly.