Jaipur: Jos Buttler has heaped massive praise on teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling the 15-year-old “the best player I’ve ever seen” and predicting a dominant future for the youngster.
The comments came during an interaction involving the prodigy and Rajasthan Royals team management, where Buttler expressed admiration for Sooryavanshi’s talent and fearless approach.
“World at his feet,” says Buttler
Buttler, currently representing Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026, did not hold back in his praise for the teenager.
He remarked that Sooryavanshi’s ability at such a young age is extraordinary and added that if the youngster continues on this path, “the world would be at his feet” in the coming years.
The England star also highlighted the excitement around watching Sooryavanshi bat, describing his strokeplay as both entertaining and mature beyond his age.
U19 World Cup heroics recalled
During the interaction, Buttler recalled Sooryavanshi’s stunning performance in the Under-19 World Cup final, where the youngster smashed a record-breaking 175 off just 80 balls in Harare.
The knock, which came against England, left a lasting impression on Buttler, who joked that the innings had “broken English hearts”.
The performance is widely regarded as one of the finest by a young cricketer on the global stage and has played a major role in elevating Sooryavanshi’s reputation.
Youngster reacts with humility
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi responded to the praise with a smile, sharing a warm handshake with Buttler during the interaction.
Despite the glowing remarks, the teenager appeared grounded, reflecting the composure that has been evident in his performances so far.
Team officials also revealed that Sooryavanshi has long admired Buttler and once expressed his desire to win trophies like the England star.
Dream IPL start adds to hype
The young batter has already made headlines in IPL 2026 with a sensational start. Representing Rajasthan Royals, Sooryavanshi became the youngest centurion in IPL history and followed it up with a blistering 17-ball 52 against Chennai Super Kings in a winning effort.
His fearless batting style and ability to dominate experienced bowlers have made him one of the most talked-about players this season.
Buttler’s own form under focus
Meanwhile, Buttler has had a modest start to the current campaign, scoring 38 off 33 balls in Gujarat Titans’ opening match against Punjab Kings.
Having enjoyed a prolific IPL career—amassing over 4,000 runs with multiple centuries—the wicketkeeper-batter will be aiming to return to top form as the tournament progresses.
Future star in the making
Experts believe that Sooryavanshi’s combination of natural talent, confidence, and early exposure to high-level cricket positions him as a future star for Indian cricket.
However, they also stress the importance of managing expectations and ensuring the youngster continues to develop steadily.
Conclusion
With endorsements from global stars like Jos Buttler, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s rise in cricket appears set to accelerate. While the journey ahead is long, the early signs suggest that Indian cricket may have found another extraordinary talent.