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'He could captain India': Why Sooryavanshi was named East Zone vice-captain

East Zone selectors appointed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as vice-captain for the Duleep Trophy. This move aims to develop his leadership skills by observing the captain closely. Experienced players like Abhimanyu Easwaran were not considered for this specific role. Ishan Kishan will lead the team as captain, with Sooryavanshi as his deputy. Both players are seen as future prospects for India's cricket setup.

1 Aug 2026 10:22 am