The IPL has been as much about the emergence of youngsters, as it has been about the star power of the teams. The likes of Rashid, Jadeja, Ashwin and Bumrah are among many modern day greats who first became household names due to their performances in the IPL. The 20-year-old batter Tilak Varma’s performances this season have garnered praise from a number of commentators and former players.

Ravi Shastri said on ESPNCricinfo –

“A standout player is Tilak Varma, who I think I said in the second game or third game on commentary I said he is an India Player in the near future.” Former India head coach Ravi Shastri, who also captained India in his 11-year international career, has stated that Varma will be knocking on the doors of the national team soon.

Shastri added – “He will be banging that door down because he has got that all-round ability not just to finish it off at the end, the clarity of thought when he comes out to bat, what impresses me the most is his first ten balls, he is not afraid to take his chances, play shots, back his strengths.”

Shastri further said –

“He has got a wide range of shots, he has got the temperment , he looked very good last year but he is looking better this year, you watch for players who improve.”

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