In the upcoming IPL 2026, the narrative remains the same for young star Vaibhav Surya, who had a breakout season last year, but this time the challenges are significantly different. Having captivated audiences with his explosive performances, the 14-year-old is now on every team's radar. Irfan Pathan, a former Indian cricketer, emphasizes that Vaibhav's real test is about to begin. Unlike last year when few bowlers were familiar with him, this season, all bowlers have reviewed his batting footage and are well aware of both his strengths and weaknesses.