Kapil Dev Advises Caution Over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Rising Fame, Citing Vinod Kambli's Example

Kapil Dev, the former Indian cricket captain, has urged fans to be patient with young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi despite his impressive performances in 2026. Sooryavanshi, aged 16, scored 175 runs in the Under-19 World Cup final and was the top scorer in IPL 2026 with 776 runs. Kapil Dev highlighted the importance of the next few years for the young player’s development, warning that early talent does not guarantee long-term success, referencing Vinod Kambli as an example. Kapil also commented on Hardik Pandya’s need for regular play to avoid injuries and praised Jasprit Bumrah’s success despite his unconventional bowling style. "Give him three more years to mature," Kapil said about Sooryavanshi, emphasizing lifestyle and mindset changes as critical for his future.