3 most fearless young Indian batsmen 

Indian cricket fans had the privilege to witness many legends play the gentlemen’s game over the years. India is known for producing young, exceptional cricketing talents from the roots of different cities of India. The God of cricket Sachin Tendulkar himself started his career at a small age of 16 years.

When it comes to ‘fearless batting’, the name of Virender Sehwag automatically pops up in your mind. Generally, while opening, batsmen take a few balls to judge the pitch and begin with defending the ball. But, in the case of Viru Paaji, he was a kind of batsman who would start his innings with a four. Not every batsman scores a triple century in his career and definitely, not every batsman hits a six to complete his triple century.

While there are many batsmen over the world who would be regarded as ‘fearless batsmen’ such as Brendon McCullum, Chris Gayle, Abraham Benjamin De Villiers etc, they are all experienced players and veterans in terms of batting. Unsurprisingly, India has produced some young guns who do not let the biggest of bowlers to get over their nerves and start firing cylinders on their day. When these boys get rolling, there’s no stopping them.

Let’s look at 3 of the most fearless young Indian Batsmen:

#3 Prithvi Shaw

The 18 year old batting sensation from Mumbai came under the spotlight when he smashed a whooping 546 runs in a Harris Shield match in Mumbai. Impressed by his extraordinary knock, SG offered him a bat deal worth 35 lakhs.

Prithvi Shaw is often regarded as the successor of Sachin Tendulkar due to his technique, presence of mind and fearless batting.

During the IPL 2018, Colin Munro and Jason Roy were not looking in good touch and hence Prithvi got an opportunity to showcase his talent on the biggest stage of domestic cricket in which he did not fail. He played some spectacular innings under pressure and replaced Munro and Roy as the new opener of the team. Prithvi Shaw is definitely going to be one of the biggest stars in Indian Cricket and is the most fearless batsman in his age category.

#2 Rishabh Pant

Often regarded as 'the next Adam Gilchrist', the Haridwar born player has a confident stance and likes to score boundaries as soon as he arrives on the pitch.

Rishabh Pant came into recognition after his exploits for India U-19 in the 2016 World Cup as he scored the fastest half century of the tournament against Nepal summing up a total of 75 runs in just 24 balls. He then went on to score a century in the next match. Pant had all the ups and downs in the life of a cricketer at a very young age. But he never stopped and continued to play his natural offensive game in style.

Pant was one of the best players for Delhi Daredevils in the 2018 IPL and played some exceptional innings including 34 ball 61 against Royal Challenger Bangalore in a thrilling match in Feroz Shah Kotla, New Delhi.

Pant is one of the most fearless young batsman and has a big career ahead.

#1 Sanju Samson

Another fine wicket keeper batsman, Sanju Samson from Kerala is known for his attacking abilities and power. With good precision and perfect timing, Samson starts firing shots as soon as he sets in.

Samson came under the limelight when he performed exceptionally for Rajasthan Royals in the 2013's edition of IPL and hence was retained by the team following year. He was the top leading run scorer in the in the under 19 World Cup in UAE in 2014. Having a good bond with Rahul Dravid, he was then picked up by Delhi Daredevils with influence of their then head coach Rahul Dravid and Samson repaid by being the top third run scorer of the team.

Samju Samson was considered as one of the main men for Rajasthan Royals in the 2018 IPL as he played some spectacular innings by sending the ball scurrying all around the ground. He has improved his big hitting game and these abilities might soon get him a call up to the national team.