Boxing star Vijender Singh has sparked controversy with his latest remarks accusing certain cricketers of fudging their age to gain an unfair edge in the game. In a tweet that quickly went viral, Vijender cryptically commented on how some players are “making their age younger,” which many believe was aimed at rising cricketer Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
Though he didn’t name anyone directly, his post included a screenshot from a news clip suggesting that Suryavanshi’s listed age may not reflect reality. This has reignited the age fraud debate in Indian sports, an issue that has plagued various disciplines over the years.
The tweet created a stir on social media, with many demanding transparency and accountability from cricketing authorities. Fans and critics alike are questioning the selection processes and the lack of stringent age verification systems, especially in youth-level cricket.
Bhai aaj kal umar choti ker ke cricket me bhe khelne lage 🤔
— Vijender Singh (@boxervijender) April 30, 2025
Age manipulation isn’t new in Indian sports, but when a respected athlete like Vijender publicly raises concerns, it forces the system to take a closer look. While Suryavanshi’s camp hasn’t officially responded yet, the incident is likely to trigger an investigation or at least some internal scrutiny.
The sports world is watching closely to see if this allegation results in action or fades away like many others in the past.
