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Joy and celebration swept through Samastipur in Bihar after 15-year-old cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was selected for India’s squads for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, as well as the Asian Games.
Fifteen-year-old cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from Samastipur, Bihar, has been selected for India’s squads for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland and England, and the Asian Games.
The teenager’s selection has created excitement not only in his hometown but across the country. Friends, relatives, neighbours, cricket fans, and media personnel have been visiting his residence ever since the announcement was made.
#WATCH | Samastipur, Bihar: Young Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s residence in Samastipur erupts in celebrations after the young cricketers selection in Team India for the upcoming T20 series.
Family members and locals distribute sweets and burst crackers to mark the… pic.twitter.com/mrnZALyfhC
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For many in Bihar, Vaibhav’s achievement is a proud moment that highlights how talent and dedication can help young athletes achieve their dreams on the biggest stage.
Family Home Turns Into Celebration Hub
As news of Vaibhav’s selection spread, celebrations broke out at his home in Samastipur. Family members distributed sweets, burst firecrackers, and welcomed visitors who arrived to congratulate the young cricketer and his family.
#WATCH | Samastipur, Bihar: On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s selection in the Indian cricket team for the upcoming T20 series, his father Sanjeev Sooryavanshi says, “He has done a lot of hard work. Now that the hard work is paying off and he is getting the opportunity to play for the… pic.twitter.com/RNYQKG2S8e
— ANI (@ANI) June 6, 2026
The atmosphere was filled with excitement as locals joined the celebrations, expressing pride that a boy from their district had earned a place in the Indian team at such a young age.
Grandmother Overwhelmed With Happiness
Among the happiest people at the celebrations was Vaibhav’s grandmother, who described the moment as one of the greatest joys of her life.
“I have never felt such immense happiness. This happiness is not only mine but belongs to the entire country. My grandson has been selected for India’s T20 team and will now represent the senior national side. People from across the nation are blessing him, and I have also given him my blessings,” she said.
#WATCH | Samastipur, Bihar: On Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s selection in the Indian cricket team for the upcoming T20 series, his grandmother says, “I have never felt such immense happiness. It is a joy shared not just by me, but by the entire nation. My grandson has made it to the T20… pic.twitter.com/KMAtO5Jm2s
— ANI (@ANI) June 6, 2026
Her emotional reaction reflected the pride and excitement felt throughout the family.
Uncle Says IPL Performance Made Selection Inevitable
Vaibhav’s uncle, Rajeev Sooryavanshi, said the family had been hoping for this moment and believed the youngster’s performances had earned him the opportunity.
“It is a matter of immense joy and pride. We are celebrating at home with sweets and fireworks. Vaibhav’s selection for the Indian T20 team is a proud moment not only for our family but for the entire country. He delivered outstanding performances in the IPL, and we felt he had a strong chance of being selected. Today, that dream has come true,” he said.
He also thanked the selectors for placing their trust in the young cricketer.
Father’s Years Of Sacrifice Rewarded
Vaibhav’s father, Sanjeev Sooryavanshi, spoke about the hard work and dedication that helped his son reach this stage.
According to him, every parent hopes their child will succeed and achieve great things in life. Watching his son earn an India call-up after years of effort has made the family’s dream a reality.
“He has worked extremely hard, and now that hard work is paying off. Getting the opportunity to play for India is something he has earned through dedication and commitment. My only wish is that he performs brilliantly for the country and helps India achieve many victories,” he said.
He also thanked the selectors and cricket authorities for believing in his son’s abilities and giving him the chance to represent the nation.
From IPL Success To Team India
Vaibhav’s rise has been one of the most talked-about cricket stories in recent months. His fearless performances and maturity beyond his years attracted attention during the IPL, where he impressed cricket experts and fans alike.
His selection for the national team at just 15 years old is being viewed as a significant moment in Indian cricket and a sign of the country’s growing confidence in young talent.
A New Chapter Begins
While celebrations continue in Samastipur, attention is now turning toward Vaibhav’s future with Team India. Expectations are high, but so is the excitement surrounding one of the country’s brightest young cricket prospects.
For his family, however, the moment is about more than cricket. It is the reward for years of sacrifice, hard work, and belief in a young boy’s dream.
As Vaibhav Sooryavanshi prepares to wear the Indian jersey, an entire town-and perhaps much of the nation-will be cheering him on.
