‘Sachin’s career almost cut short’. Former cricketer’s chilling warning for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi |: Cricket News:
As the excitement around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues to build, former South Africa batter Daryll Cullinan raised concerns about the physical demands placed on the 15-year-old prodigy, especially given his explosive batting style and increasing workload.Sooryavanshi quickly earned a reputation for his fearless approach and incredible power hitting. His ability to generate incredible bat speed became one of the defining features of his game. However, Cullinan believes that such an aggressive approach can harm the young person’s body, especially as it is still developing physically. “I am amazed by this young man, but what bothers me, and no one talks about it, the injuries? At 15, who swings a big bat, plays a lot of cricket, I am afraid of his wrists, elbows, the little things and joints. What does the medical opinion say? Remember, Sachin:His career was almost cut short by a bad elbow. He definitely would not have been swinging so hard so often as Sooryavanshi,” Cullinan posted on LinkedIn after Sooryavanshi’s 94-run knockout in the final of the Tri-Nation series in Dambulla.Cullinan remains convinced that the stress created by Sooryavanshi’s powerful swings will put a lot of pressure on his body over time.“I think he is in a fairly strict routine. It is the fact that he is still growing, and also the joints, ligaments, muscles, I think? They will suffer, I can assure you,” wrote Cullinan, who responded to one of the comments.The former Proteas batter points to the example of: Sachin Tendulkara player who is often compared to Sooryavanshi. Tendulkar’s illustrious career was threatened by a serious tennis elbow injury in 2004, an issue he later described as one of the toughest setbacks he faced despite enduring many physical blows during his 24-year international journey.Cullinan believes the modern game may present even more challenges. With players using heavier bats and competing in a busier cricket calendar than previous generations, he feels young cricketers face an increased risk of long-term wear and tear.“I know some good guys who get wrist problems. The thing is, we’re using lighter bats, playing less cricket. He’s still growing, which has to be remembered. The training and recovery methods now are helping, but I fear for his long-term future and health,” Cullinan, who played 70 Tests and 138 ODI caps for the Proteas, said.
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