The Sehwag legacy is alive and kicking, and it just made a powerful entry into competitive cricket. Aaryavir Sehwag, son of legendary Indian opener Virender Sehwag, announced his arrival on the big stage with a fearless batting display in the Delhi Premier League (DPL).
Much like his father, Aaryavir showed zero fear against some of the country’s top bowlers and instantly became the talking point of the tournament.
A Debut That Stole the Show
Aaryavir, playing for Central Delhi Kings, stepped into the limelight with confidence. Replacing India U-19 star Yash Dhull, the 18-year-old faced none other than Navdeep Saini, one of India’s quickest pacers. Instead of playing safe, Sehwag Jr. launched a counter-attack.
In the third over, Aaryavir cracked two consecutive boundaries off Saini, driving on the up and pulling with authority. The aggression didn’t stop there. In the very next over, he smacked spinner Rounak Waghela for two more fours, leaving fans and commentators stunned at his composure.
He eventually scored 22 runs off just 16 balls—a cameo that might seem short, but it was packed with intent and attitude. The way he handled an experienced international pacer like Saini instantly went viral, drawing comparisons with his father’s fearless batting style.
“When Father Speaks, You’ve Got to Listen”
While his strokes made headlines, it was Aaryavir’s words off the field that won hearts. When asked about receiving feedback from his legendary father, he humbly said:
“Jab Father Sahab Bolenge, Tab Sunna To Padega. (When father speaks, you’ve got to listen.)”
This statement highlighted the respect he holds for Virender Sehwag’s cricketing wisdom, while also showing his grounded nature despite the growing spotlight.
Carrying the Sehwag Legacy
Virender Sehwag was known for his fearless approach—dominating bowlers like Brett Lee, Shoaib Akhtar, and Muttiah Muralitharan without blinking an eye. Aaryavir’s fearless knock, though brief, was enough for fans to draw parallels.
On social media, hashtags like #SehwagJunior and #LikeFatherLikeSon began trending soon after his DPL debut.
A Marathi daily even hailed him with the headline: “बापासारखाच मुलगाही शेर” (Like father, like son—a lion on the field).
The Journey Before DPL
This debut wasn’t a one-off flash. Aaryavir has already proven himself in junior cricket. In the Cooch Behar Trophy 2024, he made headlines with back-to-back blockbuster innings:
These mammoth knocks underline his hunger for big runs, a trait fans have seen in his father. No wonder Central Delhi Kings invested ₹8 lakh to pick him at the DPL auction.
| Date | Opponent | Venue | Runs | Balls | Fours | Sixes | Strike Rate | Notable Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2024 | Meghalaya | Shillong | 200* | 229 | 34 | 2 | ~87.3 | Opening stand of 180 with Arnav Bugga; not out. |
| Nov 22, 2024 | Meghalaya | Shillong | 297 | 309 | 51 | 3 | ~96.1 | Fell just 3 runs short of a triple century. |
In Short:
Aaryavir Sehwag’s DPL debut was short, sweet, and impactful. The way he handled big names with calmness showed cricket fans that this is not just about carrying his father’s name—this is about building his own legacy.
If his performances in junior cricket and now in the DPL are any indication, Indian cricket might just have found another fearless batter in the making.
And as Aaryavir himself says, “When father speaks, you’ve got to listen”—clearly, he’s learning from the best while carving out his own fearless path.
