Iyer told reporters that Sooryavanshi is still a long way from a regular spot in the XI, even though the 15‑year‑old has been making waves in training camps.
The 8‑match streak of the India opener duo – Abhishek Sharma and Sanju Samson – has been the backbone of the side’s recent success, including a World Cup title that still feels fresh.
Sooryavanshi’s only taste of top‑flight cricket came in the Asian Games, where Samson was dropped to number three to slot him in at the top of the order. The youngster didn’t get a long run, but a brief exposure to high‑pressure matches was a clear sign that India is grooming him for the future.
Iyer added, “It’s not that he can’t walk in right now; the openers are scoring consistently, and we won the World Cup.” He praised the dressing room vibe, insisting that a young talent must feel comfortable before taking the field.
With the five‑match T20I series against New Zealand looming, Sooryavanshi will be on the sidelines, watching and learning, while the openers keep the pressure on the opposition’s bowlers. The next challenge for India is to keep the momentum from the World Cup and see if the young opener can break into the mix when the time is right.