![Shreyas Iyer on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi [Source - AFP]](https://onecricketnews.akamaized.net/parth-editor/oc-dashboard/news-images-prod/1792258457056_ShreyasIyeronVaibhavSooryavanshi.jpg?type=hq)
Shreyas Iyer on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi [Source - AFP]
The five-match T20I series between India and West Indies ended in a 2-2 draw after a closely fought contest. Rain washed out the 5th T20I in Bengaluru.
While reflecting on the series, Indian captain Shreyas Iyer also shared his thoughts on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s chances of featuring in the upcoming New Zealand T20Is.
Shreyas Iyer Opens Up On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Chances In New Zealand T20Is
India is set to travel to New Zealand for a multi-format tour, starting with the T20I leg on October 22 in Christchurch. Meanwhile, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi did not feature in any of the five matches against West Indies.
When asked about the youngster’s chances of getting an opportunity in the near future during the post-match presentation, Indian captain Shreyas Iyer revealed what he has been telling the 15-year-old.
“I just keep telling him you will get the opportunity, if you be consistent about your processes, you have to wait sometimes, we have got two fantastic openers, that's the conversations we have been having with Vaibhav,” Shreyas Iyer said.
Fans have been eager to see the Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in action for India, but Iyer’s comments highlight the importance of staying patient and consistent while waiting for the right opportunity.
Shreyas Iyer Points To India’s Two Fantastic Openers In Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Conversation
India are currently opening with Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson in T20Is, with the duo enjoying considerable success together. Both batters have played important roles in India’s T20I setup, especially in 2026, when the team won the T20 World Cup.
Batter | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 100/50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Abhishek Sharma | 956 | 28.96 | 201.68 | 1/8 |
Sanju Samson | 703 | 29.29 | 179.33 | 0/7 |
(T20I Stats in 2026)
Meanwhile, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has enjoyed a flying start to his T20I career. The 15-year-old has scored 246 runs in eight matches at a strike rate of 186.36, including two half-centuries. He was also part of India’s gold medal-winning campaign at the Asian Games.
Whether Sooryavanshi gets an opportunity in any of the five T20Is against New Zealand remains to be seen. For now, Shreyas Iyer’s message is clear that the youngster must stay consistent with his process and be patient while waiting for his chance.
