{
  "id": 12322617,
  "title": "\"If he’s not getting that game time...\": Morne Morkel shares advice for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/if-hes-not-getting-that-game-time-morne-morkel-shares-advice-for",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T06:50:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/if-hes-not-getting-that-game-time-morne-morkel-shares-advice-for-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-1.500699930"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai: India's bowling coach Morne Morkel has expressed confidence that Vaibhav Sooryavanshi can improve significantly despite not receiving regular game time during the upcoming T20I series against the West Indies. The five-match series, set to commence on October 6 in Lucknow, aims to solidify India's strongest combinations prior to the matches. Sooryavanshi, who made an impression at the Asian Games, is part of the squad, according to Morkel. Speaking at the pre-series press conference, Morkel emphasized that the 15-year-old can gain invaluable experience by simply being around the team, even if he doesn't secure a spot in the XI. \"Even if he's not getting that game time, he's still on a bus, in the dugout, in the hotel with guys with a lot of experience,\" Morkel explained. \"Watching how the guys go through their processes and how they set up innings will be key for him.\" While Sooryavanshi scored 53 runs in two matches during the Asian Games, Morkel did not officially confirm if the duo would retain their opening roles against the West Indies. The coach stated that the decision regarding the best combination will be finalized later. Morkel also noted that some players are still grappling with jet lag and fatigue from their recent trip to Japan. As fans have been rallying behind Sooryavanshi to secure a more prominent role, it remains uncertain how often he will feature in the series.",
  "summary": "Dubai: India bowling coach Morne Morkel has backed Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to benefit from being around the national team, even if the young batter does not get regular opportunities during the upcoming T20I series against the West Indies. The five-match series begins on October 6 in Lucknow, with India looking to settle on their best combinations ahead of the matches. Sooryavanshi is part of the…",
  "key_points": [
    "Vaibhav Sooryavanshi can improve significantly despite limited game time.",
    "Morne Morkel advises Sooryavanshi to learn from experienced teammates.",
    "Series starts October 6 in Lucknow against West Indies."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}