14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi booed by Pakistan fans after India's U19 Asia Cup final defeat - Watch | Cricket News - The Times of India
India’s Under-19 Asia Cup final against Pakistan ended in disappointment, but one young player unexpectedly found himself in the spotlight. Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, one of the youngest cricketers in the tournament, was booed by a section of Pakistani fans following India’s defeat in the final. A video circulating on social media shows the teenager walking off the field amid loud jeers, drawing widespread attention and debate online. Vaibhav, who had impressed throughout the tournament with his fearless approach and maturity beyond his age, became an easy target after the high-voltage clash. Many former players and fans came forward to support him, calling the incident unfortunate and unnecessary, especially given his age. The episode has reignited discussions about crowd behaviour in junior cricket and the pressure young athletes face on big stages. Despite the setback, experts believe the experience will only strengthen Vaibhav’s mental toughness and future prospects in Indian cricket.
The Key points
- India lost the U19 Asia Cup final to Pakistan.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is just 14 years old.
- He was booed by a section of opposing fans.
- The incident happened as players left the field.
- A video of the moment went viral online.
- Fans criticized the crowd’s behaviour strongly.
- Former cricketers expressed support for Vaibhav.
- He had a promising tournament overall.
- The incident raised concerns about junior cricket pressure.
- Experts feel the experience will help his growth.
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