Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:26am on 03 Jul 2026,Friday Sports
Former India wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has advised selectors not to rush teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi into the playing XI, insisting the youngster must earn his place through consistent performances. Karthik backed experienced batters Sanju Samson and Tilak Varma despite their recent struggles, arguing that proven players deserve a longer run before being replaced. He acknowledged growing public demand for Sooryavanshi's inclusion but stressed that managing young talent carefully is crucial for long-term success. The comments come amid increasing debate over India's batting combination ahead of the ongoing T20I series against England. (PC: AFP)
