Former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag, renowned for his explosive batting, is currently seen in commentary. His son, Aryaveer Sehwag, is participating in the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2025, representing Central Delhi Kings. During an interview, Aryaveer shared a significant anecdote about his father. He revealed that when Virender Sehwag was playing international cricket, he wasn’t perceived as a great batsman by some. Virender Sehwag would often remark, ‘You people think I’m just average; you’ll understand when you get on the field.’ Aryaveer has since reflected on his father’s greatness after playing professional cricket for a few years and recognizing his father’s achievements.
In an interview, Aryaveer said, ‘My father used to say, ‘You think I’m just average; you’ll understand when you play professional cricket.’ Now I realize how great my father was.’ He added that playing professional cricket for two to three years has given him a new perspective on his father’s talent. Aryaveer also mentioned that as children, he and his brother would play cricket with plastic bats and balls, and his father always encouraged them to play well.
Aryaveer also recounted an early Indian Premier League (IPL) experience. He shared that he and his family would attend IPL matches in Delhi. He recalled that during the first IPL, his father, Virender Sehwag, played for the Delhi Daredevils. Unfortunately, by the time they reached the Arun Jaitley Stadium (Kotla Stadium), his father was already out. He expressed his disappointment. Although Aryaveer Sehwag hasn’t had the opportunity to play in the DPL 2025, he is a similar opening batsman known for his quick batting style.
Central Delhi Kings acquired the 17-year-old Aryaveer Sehwag for ₹8 lakh this season. Despite not playing a match yet, there’s already considerable buzz surrounding his powerful hitting.