Harbhajan Singh: What Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is doing, no one has done before

Harbhajan Singh's Unprecedented Praise

Former Indian off-spinner Harbhajan Singh has made a stunning claim about young cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. According to Harbhajan, what the 20-year-old is doing on the cricket field right now is something no one has ever done before.

Speaking to reporters after the first T20I between India and Zimbabwe, Harbhajan did not hold back. 'He is unbelievable, a great talent. What Sooryavanshi is doing today, no one has ever done before,' the veteran said.

'I Have Never Faced Anyone Like Him'

Harbhajan, who has bowled to some of the best batsmen in the world over two decades, admitted he has never encountered a talent like Sooryavanshi. 'I have never seen or faced a talent like him. The way he picks length, the way he clears his front leg, it is extraordinary,' he added.

The 45-year-old, who took 417 Test wickets for India, emphasised that Sooryavanshi's current run of form is unmatched in Indian cricket history. 'I have played with Sachin, Sehwag, Kohli. But what this boy is doing at this age, in this format, I have not seen before,' Harbhajan said.

Sooryavanshi's Explosive Form

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been in sensational touch in recent months. In the ongoing T20I series against Zimbabwe, he smashed a blistering 87 off just 48 balls in the first match, helping India post a massive total. His strike rate of over 180 has caught the eye of selectors and former players alike.

The right-hander from Mumbai has amassed over 1,200 runs in 35 T20 matches this year, with an average of 48.5 and a strike rate of 165. His ability to dominate both pace and spin has made him a standout performer in domestic and international cricket.

Comparisons with Legends

Harbhajan's comments have inevitably sparked comparisons with Indian batting greats. However, the former spinner was quick to clarify that Sooryavanshi's style is unique. 'He is not a copy of anyone. He is his own player. That is what makes him special,' Harbhajan said.

Sooryavanshi himself has remained grounded despite the praise. 'I just focus on my process. The results will follow. Harbhajan sir's words mean a lot, but I have a long way to go,' he told reporters after the match.

With the T20 World Cup scheduled for later this year, Sooryavanshi's form will be crucial for India's chances. Harbhajan believes the youngster has the temperament to handle the big stage.

All eyes will now be on how Sooryavanshi performs in the remaining matches of the Zimbabwe series. If his current form is any indication, the cricket world may be witnessing the rise of a new superstar.