Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins has hailed 15-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi as his “new favorite player” for his fearless style of play. Cummins, returning from injury, led his team to victory in the IPL 2026 match. He commended Suryavanshi’s powerful hitting, emphasizing the challenge for bowlers against him.
Cummins, recovering from a back injury, faced a tough start as Suryavanshi hit his first delivery for a six. Despite conceding 11 runs initially, Cummins bounced back impressively, ending with figures of 1-27. He showcased his skill by dismissing Rajasthan Royals’ captain with a perfect yorker.
Suryavanshi, with a remarkable century off 36 balls, left a strong impression even on opponents. Cummins expressed satisfaction with his return after battling back issues for nearly 10 months. He embraced the challenge of high-scoring games in the IPL season, highlighting the importance of bowlers in such conditions.
In the chase for 229 runs, Sunrisers Hyderabad, led by Abhishek Sharma and Ishan Kishan, secured a crucial win, propelling them to third place on the points table.
