'Not in a derogatory manner': R Ashwin explains 'serve drinks' comment on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
- Posted on July 29, 2026
- By The Times of India
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In brief
Ravichandran Ashwin addresses misconceptions surrounding his recent remarks about teenage cricket prospect Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The veteran spinner clarifies that his 'serve drinks' observation was constructive criticism aimed at encouraging the 15-year-old's development through immersive team involvement. Ashwin emphasizes the educational value of mentorship and proximity to professional cricket environments for emerging talent, stressing that his commentary stemmed from positive intentions rather than disrespect toward the young athlete's potential.
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'Not in a derogatory manner': R Ashwin explains 'serve drinks' comment on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has cleared the air over his "serve drinks" remark about young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Ashwin said the comment was not made in a negative way and his intention was to highlight the importance of learning for the 15-year-old by spending time around the team.
