New Delhi: India’s youth cricket Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s younger brother Ahirvad Sooryavanshi had a proud family moment as he once again produced an eye-catching batting performance that quickly grabbed the attention of social media.Vaibhav, who is currently with the Indian team for the upcoming series against Ireland, took to Instagram to share a story applauding Aswad’s century. The post quickly went viral among cricket fans, with many praising the cricketing genius of the Sooryavanshi family.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi applauds younger brother Ashirvad’s rise to fame ( Instagram screenshot )
The screenshot shared by Vaibhav shows an impressive scorecard. Ashwad scored 168 runs off just 119 deliveries, hitting the boundary rope with 19 fours and 6 sixes in a dominant knock. These games further cemented his reputation as one of the most promising young talents in the Bihar cricket circuit.Just weeks before the turn of the century, the 10-year-old made headlines when he completed his career hundred during a local practice session in Samastipur. Representing Tajpur Cricket Academy, Ashwad scored 103 runs from 87 balls in a match full of aggressive stroke play. He hit 20 boundaries and one six while maintaining a strike rate of over 118 before being dismissed by Prashant Raj.Ashwad’s exploits have delighted his family. His father Sanjeev Sooryavanshi expressed his joy after the youngster’s maiden century and thanked supporters for their encouragement. He also revealed his ambition to help Aswad develop into a top cricketer, just like his elder brother Vaibhav.Vaibhav is the middle sibling among three brothers, Ujjwal Sooryavanshi is the eldest and Ahirvad is the youngest. Like Vaibhav, Ashwad is also known for his aggressive approach with the bat and is already undergoing structured cricket training.Also read: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 10-year-old younger brother Ashirvad Sooryavanshi: batting all-rounder, fish lover and ‘tabahi’ in the makingWhile Vaibhav continues to make strides at the national level, Ashwad’s recent performances suggest that the family may be embarking on another promising chapter. His back-to-back high scores have generated excitement and, with his brother publicly supporting him, the youngster’s journey has attracted widespread attention beyond the local cricket world.
