'Ek Bihari sau pe bhari'- Fans react as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts record with POTM award in ZIM vs IND 3rd T20I
Fans praise 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after he became the youngest-ever Player of the Match winner in the ZIM vs IND 3rd T20I.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's brilliant knock in the third T20I earned him the Player of the Match award, making him the youngest Indian to win the honour. The 15-year-old played a mature innings of 81 runs in Harare, guiding India to a strong total on a difficult batting surface. His composed performance received widespread praise from fans and cricket experts.
Soon after Sooryavanshi was named Player of the Match, social media was flooded with congratulatory messages. Fans hailed the teenage sensation for his fearless batting and praised the way he handled pressure against Zimbabwe. Many also pointed out that he has bounced back strongly after a difficult start to his international career in England.
One comment, "Ek Bihari sau pe bhari," quickly went viral on social media as fans celebrated the youngster's record-breaking achievement. The phrase became one of the most shared reactions online, with supporters using it to applaud Sooryavanshi's match-winning performance and his historic Player of the Match award in the third T20I.
India sweep Zimbabwe 3-0 as Sooryavanshi smashes 81 in Harare
India completed a 3-0 series sweep over Zimbabwe with a convincing 35-run win in the third and final T20I at the Harare Sports Club on July 26. After being asked to bat first, India posted a strong total of 192 runs. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi starred with the bat, scoring a brilliant 81, while Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer contributed 29 and 27 runs respectively.
Sooryavanshi anchored the innings after the early dismissal of Abhishek Sharma. The 15-year-old played with great maturity, combining powerful strokeplay with smart shot selection on a slow surface. He looked on course for a century before being dismissed for 81 after a stunning catch by Brad Evans near the boundary. The young batter received a standing ovation from the Harare crowd as he walked back to the pavilion.
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In reply, Zimbabwe struggled against India's disciplined bowling attack and could only manage 157 runs. Ryan Burl fought hard with 54 runs, while Wessly Madhevere added 29, but the hosts never looked in control of the chase.
Mayank Yadav led the bowling effort with three wickets, helping India seal a comfortable victory. Despite missing out on a hundred, Sooryavanshi entered the record books by becoming the first player to score two T20I half-centuries before turning 16, further enhancing his growing reputation in international cricket.
Shreyas Iyer praises teen star after record-breaking knock
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was delighted after winning both the Player of the Match and Player of the Series awards following India's 3-0 sweep over Zimbabwe. The 15-year-old said it was a dream come true and credited the team's support for his success. "It felt very good. It is a dream come true for me. First man of the match and man of the series.
The preparation here has been good," Sooryavanshi said. He also thanked the coaching staff and captain for backing him and added, "Everyone backed me, including the coach and the captain. I tried to play my usual T20 game and give the team a good start."
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India captain Shreyas Iyer was full of praise for the young squad, especially Sooryavanshi, after the series victory. He admired the fearless approach shown by the players and highlighted the team's energy throughout the tour. "As we saw, how fearlessly they are. A young bunch of players showing tremendous energy and intent on the field. To have that kind of energy is what I demand as a captain," Iyer said. He also described the 3-0 result as a "special series win" and praised his players for taking responsibility in crucial moments.
The series marked an important milestone for both Sooryavanshi and the Indian team. While the teenager continued his record-breaking rise with another memorable innings, Iyer expressed confidence in the group's future. "The amount of calmness that we possess and if we show the same courage going forward, it's going to be good for Indian cricket," the skipper concluded, underlining his belief in the team's bright future.
"Boss Baby" trends as fans react to double award win
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's incredible performance and double award win became one of the biggest talking points on social media. After scoring a match-winning 81, the 15-year-old was named both Player of the Match and Player of the Series. Fans praised the youngster for his fearless batting and his record-breaking achievements at such a young age.
Soon after the presentation ceremony, the nickname "Boss Baby" started trending across social media platforms. Many fans used the phrase to celebrate Sooryavanshi's maturity and confidence despite being just 15 years old. Several posts also hailed him as one of India's brightest young talents, with supporters believing he has a long future ahead in international cricket. Here is how the players reacted:
The double award win added another milestone to Sooryavanshi's remarkable start to his international career. His performances throughout the Zimbabwe series earned praise from fans and cricket experts alike. With records already to his name and growing confidence, the young batter has emerged as one of the most exciting prospects in Indian cricket.





