New Delhi, June 8 -- Former Indian skipper Kapil Dev hailed young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as an exceptional talent, saying the youngster has already displayed skills that few players his age possess after the 15-years-old recieved his maiden national call-up.

He also acknowledged that a long journey lies ahead, and wished him success and stressed the importance of staying grounded and focused as he begins his cricketing career.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Saturday named Sooryavanshi in the national squads for the European tour, making him the youngest player ever selected for the Indian men's team.

Sooryavanshi broke a 36-year-old record previously held by Sachin Tendulkar, who made his India debu...