Morkel says Sooryavanshi stayed in dugout at Asian Games despite no game time

Morne Morkel said on October 5, 2026, that Vaibhav Sooryavanshi remained in the dugout even if he was not getting game time at the Asian Games.

Morkel highlighted the importance of young athletes absorbing knowledge from veteran counterparts and said Sooryavanshi’s involvement with the team, despite not getting game time at the Asian Games, would enhance his growth. He added that fostering a conducive atmosphere is essential for development regardless of on-field activity.