Selectors have appointed 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as the vice-captain of the East Zone squad for the upcoming Duleep Trophy tournament.
The decision highlights the selectors' confidence in the teenager's potential, with officials suggesting he could eventually lead the Indian national cricket team.
This appointment marks a significant milestone for the young cricketer as he prepares to compete in one of India's premier domestic red-ball competitions.