NEW DELHI: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has included 15-year-old left-handed aggressive batter Vibhav Suryavanshi in the senior Indian cricket team, marking his debut at the highest level.
According to Indian media reports, the cricket board has requested Suryavanshi’s parents to accompany him on the team’s upcoming tours to Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom. The BCCI has granted a special exemption for his parents and will cover all their expenses during these trips.
Officials explained that Suryavanshi is still considered a junior player and that allowing his parents to travel with the team aims to provide him with comfort and support, helping him adjust smoothly to the senior squad environment.
Suryavanshi’s rise comes after a standout performance in the Indian Premier League (IPL), which earned him a place in both the Indian senior team and the India A squad. Cricket authorities emphasized that this move is designed to ensure the young player’s well-being while he transitions to international cricket.
The inclusion of such a young talent highlights India’s continued investment in nurturing promising cricketers while providing them with a supportive environment to thrive on the global stage.
ICC Approves Major Changes to Cricket Rules
Earlier, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has approved changes to the rules of cricket during a recent board meeting, officials confirmed.
The decisions were made during the ICC Board meeting held in Ahmedabad, India, covering updates to cricket laws, women’s cricket and issues related to Cricket Canada.
Under the new regulations, a pink ball can now be used in Test matches in conditions of poor lighting. For illegal bowling actions, Hawk-Eye technology will be employed. Additionally, coaches will be allowed to enter the field during water breaks in One-Day Internationals (ODIs) to consult with players.
The board also decided to reduce innings breaks in T20 matches from 20 minutes to 15 minutes, while the trial law allowing league-style wide deliveries has been permanently adopted.
In a separate decision, the ICC suspended Canada’s membership in the ICC, although Canadian teams will continue to participate in international competitions.
Regarding women’s cricket, the Women’s Champions Trophy 2027 has been rescheduled to take place from 14 to 28 February, instead of the previously planned June–July window.
