The Times of India

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: How Akshay Karanje, RRs talent spotter, unearthed Bihars boy wonder

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is electrifying the IPL with his audacious batting, fearlessly taking on top bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah. Rajasthan Royals' scouting efforts, spearheaded by Akshay Karanje and endorsed by Kumar Sangakkara, identified this prodigious talent, shifting the franchise's focus towards nurturing young stars for consistent performance and national benefit.