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Sitanshu Kotak takes aim at fans and experts demanding Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s India selection

The India National Cricket Team is currently in New Zealand for a full tour, which has started with the five-match T20I series, as the first match was won by the Men in Blue after chasing 226 runs. However, despite the…

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 10:32 AM
Sitanshu Kotak takes aim at fans and experts demanding Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s India selection
Key Things to Know
  • Batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addressed fan pressure regarding Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's selection, calling the excessive hype unfair.
  • Kotak stated India cannot change their starting lineup simply because the young batsman is popular.
  • India currently favors Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, and Ishan Kishan in their top order.
The Story in 60 Seconds

India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak addressed public pressure surrounding 15-year-old batsman Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's selection ahead of the second T20I against New Zealand. Kotak explained that the team cannot alter its playing XI simply because fans demand it, noting that the excessive external hype is unfair to both the young cricketer and the currently performing openers.

Kotak highlighted that India has maintained faith in performing top-order players Sanju Samson, Abhishek Sharma, and Ishan Kishan following their first-match chase of 226 runs. He added that the team management is looking after Sooryavanshi carefully, emphasizing that waiting for his opportunity will benefit his development.

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