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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to Make Captaincy Debut for Bihar Against Saurashtra
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What Happened?
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain Bihar for the first time in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy against Saurashtra on November 14, becoming the youngest T20 captain at age 15.
Key points
- Sooryavanshi will lead Bihar in one game before joining the Emerging Asia Cup.
- He is not part of the ODI team but may play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.
- Sooryavanshi has played T20Is in Japan, England, and Zimbabwe but not in India.
- Jaydev Unadkat will captain Saurashtra, having led them to a Ranji Trophy title in 2019-20.
- The match will be available on the JioHotstar app starting at 10:30 AM IST.
Key insights
- Sooryavanshi's debut could inspire young cricketers across India.
- His performance may influence his selection for future national teams.
- The match's viewership could highlight the growing popularity of T20 cricket in India.
Why it matters
This match marks a significant milestone in Sooryavanshi's young career as he becomes the youngest T20 captain.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi· PersonBihar· StateSaurashtra· LocationSyed Mushtaq Ali Trophy· EventJaydev Unadkat· PersonIPL 2026· Event
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