Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel believes the Indian team management should clearly explain to teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi why he is not part of the playing XI and encourage him to stay patient as he waits for his international debut.

The 15-year-old earned his maiden India call-up for the T20I series against Ireland and England after an outstanding IPL 2026 season. However, he is yet to get a game, having remained on the bench in a two-match series against Ireland and the opening T20I against England in Durham, which was washed out after the first innings.

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Speaking on JioStar, Patel said he expects Sooryavanshi to get his chance during the ongoing England series. At the same time, he stressed that honest communication from the coaching staff is very important.

Patel said the team management should be open with the youngster even if he is not going to play immediately. He added that players of Sooryavanshi’s age need proper guidance and reassurance.

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The former India cricketer also backed the current top-order batters, saying they have earned their places through consistent performances.

India and England will face each other in the second T20I in Manchester on Saturday.