Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reacts to another impressive knock of a brother: Hundreds run in blood

While Indian cricket is still coming to terms with the extraordinary rise of teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, another member of the family is already starting to make headlines with the bat. Ashirvad Sooryavanshi, Vaibhav’s younger brother, has produced another remarkable innings, further fueling the excitement around yet another prodigy of the cricketing family.

The youngster grabbed attention after scoring a whopping 168 off just 119 deliveries in the local match, an innings that quickly went viral on social media. Vaibhav who is currently on tour with the Indian team ahead of the T20I series against Irelandshared a screenshot of the score sheet on his Instagram story and applauded his brother’s latest achievement.

Ashirvad’s knock was full of attacking strikes as he smashed 19 fours and six sixes during his stay at the wicket. The innings further enhanced his growing reputation as one of the most exciting young batting prospects to emerge from the Bihar cricket circuit. Vaibhav reacts to his brother’s impressive knock (Instagram screenshot/ @vaibhav_sooryavanshi09)

ANOTHER CENTURY OF GROWING COLLECTION

The latest hundred comes just weeks after the 10-year-old made headlines for scoring his maiden century in a local practice match in Samastipur.

Representing the Tajpur Cricket Academy, Ashirvad smashed 103 runs off 87 deliveries in a free-flowing innings marked by aggressive intent. He hit 20 boundaries and a six while keeping the strike tally past 118 before finally being dismissed by Prashant Raj.

The back-to-back centuries attracted widespread attention and sparked talk of whether another cricketing star could emerge from the Sooryavanshi household.

Vaibhav is the middle sibling among three brothers, with Ujjwal Sooryavanshi being the eldest and Ashirvad the youngest. Like Vaibhav, Ashirvad is known for his fearless and aggressive approach with the bat and started structured cricket training at a young age. Scorecard of Vaibhav’s younger brother Ashirvad’s innings (Photo Screengrab from X/@CricketCentrl)

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF VAIBHAVA

Comparisons are inevitable given Vaibhav’s meteoric rise over the past two years. The the teenage batting sensation has become one of the most talked about young cricketers in the country following his performances in domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League.

Currently with the Indian squad for the upcoming Ireland series, Vaibhav continues to make strides towards establishing himself at the highest level. Meanwhile, Ashirvad’s recent score suggests another promising chapter may be unfolding for the family.

With back-to-back hundreds and his elder brother’s public support, the youngster’s journey is attracting attention beyond local cricket circles. For now, Indian cricket fans can witness the early stages of another Sooryavanshi story.

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24 Jun 2026 18:17 IST