Bails and Banter EP 3: Atul Wassan talks about Vaibhav Suryavanshi and BCCI's role in empowering cricketers at grassroots levels

Episode 3 of Bails and Banter, presented by OTTplay and powered by Dafanews, is officially out on the OTTplay App and YouTube. In this episode, former Indian veteran Atul Wassan shared his views on the 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi. He also explained the role of BCCI in shaping the cricketers at the grassroots levels.

Atul Wassan hails Vaibhav's exciting batting skills

The ongoing Indian cricket league season saw the rise of the 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, who played a blistering knock in his second match of the league. Vaibhav scored 101 in 38 balls and instantly became the talk of the town. Atul Wassan praised the young talent and said that if he continues to play like this, he will surely be the next big thing in Indian cricket.

During the conversation with our hosts, Atul further explained how the BCCI and the teams playing the cricket league are focusing on the grassroots talents and guiding them in becoming next-generation superstars. He said that players are being given opportunities at the right time, and they are not being overlooked.

Watch Atul Wassan talking about India's grassroots in Bails and Banter on OTTplay App and YouTube Channel!

Atul Wassan talks about on-field verbal spats

Former Indian cricketer Atul Wassan shared his views on cricket rules getting much stricter. He said any physical confrontation on the field is bad, but if a bowler is celebrating a wicket in a certain way that doesn't harm anyone, it should be fine. At the end of the day, even people want to watch the high intensity displayed by the players.

Apart from these, Atul also talked about the rise in fielding standards in modern cricket. He mentioned that the presence of mind in players, especially while fielding on the boundary line, is truly exceptional and a treat to watch. He specifically highlighted Suryakumar Yadav's catch during the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup final that ensured victory for the Indian team.

Meanwhile, Bails and Banter, a cricket show where legends will talk about the sport, cricket matches, players, pre-match breakdowns, and more expert talks. The show began on May 17 and will continue till June 3. You can watch it on the OTTplay App and the OTTplay YouTube channel!