Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's meteoric rise continues as Bihar hand him captaincy at 15

The Times of India · Hijam Raju Singh · 2026-11-06 14:28 UTC

NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's remarkable rise in Indian cricket has reached another milestone, with the teenage batting sensation appointed captain of

NEW DELHI: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's remarkable rise in Indian cricket has reached another milestone, with the teenage batting sensation appointed captain of Bihar's senior team at just 15 for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) on Friday announced a 17-member squad for the opening two matches of the domestic T20 tournament, entrusting Sooryavanshi with the responsibility of leading the side.

Suraj Kashyap has been named vice-captain, with Bihar set to begin its campaign in Indore from November 14. This will be the first time Sooryavanshi leads Bihar's senior side, adding another significant responsibility to a career that has progressed at an extraordinary pace.

BCA president Harsh Vardhan expressed confidence in the youngster's ability to handle the leadership role, highlighting the maturity he has displayed despite his age.

Read the full story at The Times of India · All coverage of this story