India, April 24 -- Modern T20 cricket is evolving at a rapid pace, becoming increasingly batter-dominated, with frequent use of flat pitches where 200-plus is often just a competitive total. Traditional batters are having to constantly adapt to the modern white-ball demands, as the next generation of openers reshape the format by maximising the powerplay. High scoring rates and attacking intent are now the norm, and those unable to keep up risk being left behind.

With the Indian Premier League in full swing and producing run-heavy contests, attention has shifted to the next crop of Indian batters who could lead in this format. Rajasthan Royals' teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Punjab Kings' opening sensation Priyansh Arya have gr...