Watch: “Sir, I have forgotten it” - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s funny moment as first-time captain

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi had a funny moment during his first match as Bihar captain when he forgot his team's combination while speaking at the toss. The 15-year-old was leading Bihar against Saurashtra in their opening Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2026-27 match at Holkar Stadium in Indore on Saturday, November 14. When asked about the team combination, the youngster smiled and replied, "Sir, I have forgotten it ."

It was a memorable start to Sooryavanshi's captaincy journey, as he also became the youngest captain in men's T20 cricket history at 15 years and 232 days. The youngster looked relaxed during the toss and spoke about how much it meant to him to lead his state team. His funny reply quickly became one of the talking points from the match.

Bihar won the toss and decided to bat first against Jaydev Unadkat-led Saurashtra. Sooryavanshi will play only one match in the tournament before joining India's squad for the Emerging Asia Cup 2026. However, his first match as captain has already given fans a moment to remember.

What did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi say? “Sir, I have forgotten it”, watch the funny moment

Sooryavanshi was asked about his decision to bat first after winning the toss against Saurashtra. Explaining his decision, the youngster said, "We are going to bat first, sir. (Reason?) Nothing much. The wicket looks good. It looks a bit dry as well. So, hopefully the spinners get some grip in the 2nd Innings."

He was then asked about being appointed as Bihar captain and what the opportunity meant to him. Sooryavanshi replied, "Of course sir. This is a big achievement for me. From where I started my cricket journey to lead that state, I am very grateful. I will try to fulfill my roles."

The funniest moment came when the presenter asked him about Bihar's team combination. The youngster smiled and said, "Sir, I have forgotten it (chuckles)." His honest response brought a light-hearted end to the toss conversation and quickly caught the attention of cricket fans.

Watch the funny moment here-

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s first match as Bihar captain: Youngest captain in men’s T20 history at 15

Sooryavanshi made history by becoming the youngest captain in men's T20 cricket at just 15 years and 232 days. He achieved the record while leading Bihar against Saurashtra in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The Vaibhav Sooryavanshi captain Bihar appointment is another big milestone in his young career.

He has already had some experience of leading a team before this tournament. Sooryavanshi was East Zone's vice-captain in the Duleep Trophy under Ishan Kishan and took charge when Kishan left the field due to an injury. East Zone went on to win the title after taking a 372-run first-innings lead over South Zone in the drawn final.

Before Sooryavanshi, Croatia's Zach Vukusic held the record for the youngest captain in men's T20 international cricket at 17 years and 311 days in 2025. Sooryavanshi has now gone past that age mark at the domestic level. Bihar have also shown their confidence in the youngster by handing him the captaincy at such an early stage of his career.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s remarkable rise: IPL debut, century and now captaincy

Sooryavanshi has enjoyed a rapid rise in cricket over the past year, with impressive performances across age-group and senior competitions. He scored 175 runs against England in the Under-19 World Cup final and won the Player of the Tournament award. He then carried his form into the IPL, scoring 776 runs at a strike rate of 237.30 for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026 to win the Orange Cap.

His performances earned him a maiden India T20I call-up, and he made his international debut against England in Manchester in July. He also featured in India's T20I tour of New Zealand in October 2026, scoring 49 runs across two appearances. The youngster has now added another milestone to his career by becoming the youngest captain in men's T20 cricket.

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Sooryavanshi has also made his mark in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, becoming the tournament's youngest centurion with a 58-ball hundred against Maharashtra in 2025. He had earlier grabbed attention in the IPL with a 35-ball century for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans in April 2025. With the Vaibhav Sooryavanshi SMAT 2026 captaincy milestone, the teenager has added another special chapter to his growing career.