Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and the reinvention of Bihar

“Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a teenage cricketer from Bihar, is transforming the state’s long-standing image of sporting invisibility by breaking records and inspiring pride and aspiration among Biharis, highlighting the need for better infrastructure and support to nurture local talent and prevent future stars from leaving the state”

India U19's Vaibhav Sooryavanshi plays a shot during the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026 final against England U19 at Harare Sports Club, in Harare, on Friday, February 6, 2026.

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