Teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi amazed fans with a stunning performance in the IPL 2026 Eliminator match. Sooryavanshi scored 97 runs off just 28 balls, propelling Rajasthan Royals to a formidable total of 243/8 in 20 overs at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh.
Setting records along the way, Sooryavanshi’s fifty came in a mere 16 balls, matching the fastest in IPL playoff history. He also surpassed Chris Gayle’s record for the most sixes in a T20 tournament. Despite falling just three runs short of a century, his aggressive batting style left Sunrisers Hyderabad struggling to contain him.
Facing an unusual defensive strategy from Pat Cummins, Sooryavanshi showcased his prowess by consistently finding boundaries. Rajasthan Royals got off to a flying start, with Sooryavanshi’s explosive batting taking the team to 63 without loss by the fourth over. Eshan Malinga’s introduction as a bowler also failed to deter Sooryavanshi, who continued his onslaught with a mix of power hitting and finesse.
The partnership between Sooryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal highlighted the stark contrast in their approaches. While Sooryavanshi blazed away, Jaiswal played a supporting role, contributing steadily as his young teammate dominated the bowlers. Sooryavanshi’s innings, which ended at 97 off 28 balls, left the crowd in awe of his exceptional talent and fearless stroke play.
As the innings progressed, other Rajasthan Royals batsmen like Dhruv Jurel and Ravindra Jadeja sustained the momentum with aggressive stroke-making. Despite losing wickets in clusters towards the end, Rajasthan Royals managed to post a challenging total of 243/8. The match showcased Sooryavanshi’s emergence as a promising young talent in the world of cricket.
