R Ashwin lauded Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old batting sensation, sharing an anecdote from an IPL match where Suryavanshi impressed with his composure and shot selection against Ashwin's bowling. Ashwin recounted Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer's amazement at Suryavanshi's talent. Sanju Samson also praised the young player's consistent hitting and quality strokes during the IPL season.
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