Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who has been on a tear with his batting in IPL 2026, has been compared to Sachin Tendulkar, but Dinesh Karthik believes such tags can be too much for a player at such a young age.

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Vaibhav Suryavanshi has impressed everyone with his explosive batting in IPL 2026. At just 15 years old, this young Rajasthan Royals opener has fearlessly scored runs against top bowlers. His aggressive batting has led many veterans to consider him the next big star of Indian cricket. His

consistent performances have led some to compare him to Sachin Tendulkar. However, former Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Dinesh Karthik disagrees with this comparison. He believes it's unfair to label a player so young as the "next Sachin."

Dinesh Karthik said that what Vaibhav is doing is very special, but what Sachin Tendulkar achieved in his time was extraordinary. He added that the two players face completely different challenges and circumstances.

The pressure off the field is greater .

According to Dinesh Karthik, Vaibhav Suryavanshi possesses excellent cricketing skills, but in the future, he will have to manage the popularity, expectations, and pressure he faces off the field.

He said that in today's world, social media and constant discussion put additional pressure on young players. In such a situation, Vaibhav should focus on his game, and people should allow him to progress without any big comparisons.

Making a splash in IPL 2026.

Playing for the Rajasthan Royals, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has consistently batted aggressively in IPL 2026. He gave the team a quick start in many matches and won the hearts of fans with his big shots.

The confidence and strike rate with which Vaibhav is batting at a young age have surprised even cricket experts. This is why many are now demanding that he be given a chance in the Indian team soon.

Dinesh Karthik also spoke about the IPL .

Dinesh Karthik, currently serving as the batting coach and mentor of Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League, also expressed his views on the changing format of the tournament.

He said that the IPL, which started in 2008, has now completely transformed. Data, analytics, and new technology have taken the league to new heights. It's no longer just a cricket tournament, but has become a major career platform for young people. According to Dinesh Karthik, the IPL has, in a very short time, established itself as one of the world's leading sporting events.