Not success, this is the biggest challenge for Vaibhav Suryavanshi, got important advice
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paddy upton advice to vaibhav suryavanshi: According to Paddy Upton, defeat and bad times are inevitable in the game. The most important thing is how quickly and how you recover from that bad phase. If Vaibhav Suryavanshi is prepared for these circumstances today, it can prove to be the strongest foundation for his long and successful career.
Paddy Upton’s advice to Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
New Delhi. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 15-year-old young sensation who created a stir with his bat in IPL 2026, is in the news these days. However, this discussion is not about his batting, but about a recent controversy on the field, where he was involved in a scuffle with Sri Lankan players. This incident has divided cricket fans into two groups. Some people are criticizing his aggressive attitude, while some are defending him. Amidst this entire controversy, Paddy Upton, former mental conditioning coach of the Indian team and who worked with the 2011 World Cup winning team, has given a big statement. Upton believes the real concern at this point is not Vaibhav’s on-field behaviour, but preparing the young player for the serious future challenges that come with success.
Sachin’s example
Paddy Upton, who worked closely with the Indian team captained by MS Dhoni between 2008 and 2011, has advised Vaibhav Suryavanshi to stay grounded and be prepared for failures. Pointing to a bitter truth, Upton said that in the world of sports, no cricketer can always remain in extraordinary form. He explained by giving the example of great batsman Sachin Tendulkar. He said, ‘Even a great legend like Sachin Tendulkar has faced more failures than successes in his career. Therefore, it is very important to prepare Vaibhav mentally from now on to deal with low scores and external criticism.
The burden of comparison may become more heavy than ‘fame’
After the fantastic season of IPL 2026, expectations from Vaibhav Suryavanshi are skyrocketing. In social media and media, he is being compared with Sachin Tendulkar and other great cricketers of India. Upton warned that these comparisons may seem good in the initial stages, but gradually they become a heavy burden on the shoulders of young players. There have been many promising players in the past who lost their way after getting trapped in this web of media attention and expectations. He further said, ‘It is very difficult to handle the sudden popularity at such a young age. Along with fame comes sharp criticism and people who may not want the best for the player.
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