Vaibhav Suryavanshi Shines With Ball After Batting Failure, Takes 2 Wickets in 4 Balls in Duleep Trophy

Young Indian batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi made an impact with the ball during East Zone's Duleep Trophy 2026 quarter-final against North East Zone, claiming two wickets in four deliveries. The 15-year-old, however, could manage only 8 runs with the bat.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Claims Two Wickets in Four Balls

Playing for East Zone, Vaibhav dismissed Kishan Lyngdoh and Imliwati Lemtur during his second over in North East Zone's second innings.

Kishan was caught while attempting an attacking shot, with substitute fielder Danish Das completing the catch. Lemtur, who had struck a boundary with his first delivery, was then dismissed by Vaibhav, with wicketkeeper Ishan Kishan taking the catch.

Vaibhav finished his spell with 2 wickets for 11 runs in three overs, helping East Zone move closer to an innings victory.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Scores Only 8 Runs

Vaibhav was unable to make a significant contribution with the bat. Opening the innings for East Zone, he scored 8 runs from six balls, including two boundaries, before being caught in the gully.

Despite his early dismissal, East Zone posted a commanding 467 runs in the first innings.

Shahbaz Ahmed and Sudip Kumar Gharami Hit Centuries

East Zone's huge total was built around outstanding centuries from Shahbaz Ahmed and Sudip Kumar Gharami.

Shahbaz produced the highest score of his first-class career, smashing 167 runs, while Gharami contributed a brilliant 146. Kumar Kushagra also added a valuable 55.

North East Zone Bowled Out for 111

North East Zone struggled badly in their first innings and were dismissed for just 111 runs. East Zone pacer Abhijit K. Sarkar was the standout bowler, taking 5 wickets for 20 runs, while Shahbaz Ahmed picked up three wickets.

East Zone therefore secured a massive 356-run first-innings lead and enforced the follow-on.

North East Zone in Deep Trouble After Follow-On

The batting problems continued for North East Zone in their second innings. They reached 102/8 by lunch, still requiring 254 runs to avoid an innings defeat.

Mukesh Kumar, Shahbaz Ahmed and Anukul Roy contributed wickets as East Zone kept the pressure firmly on the opposition.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Wears Taped Jersey Number

Vaibhav also attracted attention for his jersey during the match. His jersey number was covered with tape, leaving only the number 3 visible. The youngster has previously been associated with the number, which he prefers to wear.

Although his batting contribution was limited in this innings, Vaibhav's two-wicket spell added another dimension to his performance and underlined his developing all-round abilities.