Former Indian spinner Harbhajan Singh commended Rajasthan Royals’ young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his bold display against Mumbai Indians’ Jasprit Bumrah in an IPL 2026 match at Barsapara Stadium. Sooryavanshi, aged 15, surprised many by hitting a six on the first ball of Bumrah’s over, showcasing remarkable confidence against a top bowler. Harbhajan, impressed by the teenager’s fearless approach, acknowledged his potential for handling greater challenges in the future.
Harbhajan emphasized that Sooryavanshi’s confidence at a tender age indicates a promising future and readiness to face tougher tasks ahead. He described the clash between Sooryavanshi and Bumrah as a test of skills, praising the young cricketer’s exceptional shot in the RR-MI game. Despite his age, Sooryavanshi’s performance suggests he is prepared for significant opportunities in his career, according to Harbhajan’s comments on Jio Hotstar.
The Rajasthan Royals secured a convincing victory over the Mumbai Indians, winning by 27 runs in a rain-affected match. Their success was propelled by a dynamic 80-run opening partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sooryavanshi. Sooryavanshi’s aggressive innings of 39 runs off 14 balls, including two sixes off Bumrah, and Jaiswal’s unbeaten 77 off 32 deliveries were instrumental in the team’s triumph. The Rajasthan Royals, leading the points table with six points from three games and a strong net run rate, will face defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 10 at the same venue.
