Vibhu Suryavanshi’s performance in IPL 2026 could lead to an India call-up, with the 15-year-old now in contention for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland.According to a report in The Indian Express, the young batsman has been shortlisted by the selectors, who are monitoring his performance ahead of the June tour, where a young squad is expected.“He is in contention for the Ireland tour and the selectors have shortlisted his name along with many other players,” a BCCI source was quoted as saying by The Indian Express.The report added that the selectors are considering Suryavanshi’s early entry into international cricket based on his approach against top bowlers in the IPL.At 15, the left-hander has built a reputation for taking on established names.If selected, he could become the youngest debutant in the history of Indian cricket. The current record is held by Shafali Verma, who debuted at the age of 15 years, seven months and 27 days. Among men, the record is held by Sachin Tendulkar, who debuted in 1989 at the age of 16 years and 205 days.As of now, this is a possibility, but his debut in IPL 2026 brings it closer.Suryavanshi has recorded several important innings in the IPL this season, including 78 off 26 balls against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, 52 off 17 balls against Chennai Super Kings, and 39 off 14 balls against Mumbai Indians.His performances have come against bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah and Josh Hazlewood.Earlier, he was also part of India’s U-19 World Cup campaign.India will play a T20I series in Ireland in late June, with matches scheduled for June 26 and 28.
