# Laxman Commends 'Mature' 15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi for Series Win Contribution

*Stand-in coach VVS Laxman praised the growing maturity of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, whose 81 off 49 balls helped India complete a Twenty20 series sweep against Zimbabwe.*

July 27, 2026 · Sports

Stand-in coach VVS Laxman praised the growing maturity of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the youngster's 81 off 49 balls helped India complete a Twenty20 series sweep against Zimbabwe. Sooryavanshi's second half-century in four days steered India to 192-5 before Zimbabwe were restricted to 157-7 to secure a 3-0 series win on Sunday.

"Very mature. And that's what I really appreciate about Vaibhav," said Laxman. Sooryavanshi tempered his natural attacking instincts in an innings containing eight fours and four sixes on a sluggish surface.

## FAQs

Q: How did Sooryavanshi perform in the series against Zimbabwe?
A: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 81 off 49 balls in the final match, helping India to a series sweep. He also scored a half-century in the previous match.

Q: What did coach VVS Laxman say about Sooryavanshi's performance?
A: Laxman praised Sooryavanshi's maturity, noting that he understands, assesses, and gets better with each experience and match.

Q: What is Sooryavanshi's background in cricket?
A: Sooryavanshi rose to prominence with fearless performances for Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League. He became the youngest player to represent India earlier this month.

Q: How did Sooryavanshi perform in his previous international series?
A: Against England, Sooryavanshi managed 42 runs in three innings as India suffered a 4-0 series defeat.

## Sources

- BSS

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