Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s remarkable prowess with the bat has captured attention in the ongoing IPL 2026. This 15-year-old cricketer is known for his explosive batting style, consistently challenging bowlers and providing his team with significant momentum. As Rajasthan Royals prepare for their match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, a light-hearted moment unfolded between Sooryavanshi and seasoned player Ravindra Jadeja.
Ravindra Jadeja Inspects Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Bat
In a playful interaction, Jadeja examined Sooryavanshi’s bat and humorously questioned, “Par ye tune karwaya hai ki… Ye Candy jaisa kyun karwaya hai?” This exchange highlights the camaraderie among players before an intense match.
Match Preview: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Rajasthan Royals
The upcoming clash between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals features two dynamic opening pairs. The Sunrisers boast Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, who have been scoring at an impressive rate of 13 runs per over. Meanwhile, Rajasthan Royals’ pairing of Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sooryavanshi follows closely with an average of 12.5 runs per over.
Explosive Opening Pairs
- Sunrisers Hyderabad: Travis Head, Abhishek Sharma – 13 runs per over
- Rajasthan Royals: Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – 12.5 runs per over
Leading the league in scoring are Prabhsimran Singh and Priyansh Arya, who have achieved an extraordinary rate of 13.91 runs per over.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Rise in IPL 2026
Sooryavanshi’s journey has been nothing short of impressive. In only 22 matches, he has scored 901 runs, maintaining an average of 42.90 and a striking strike rate of 215.55. His tally includes three centuries and three half-centuries.
Historic Milestone Within Reach
The record for the fastest 1,000 runs in men’s T20s is held by Brad Hodge and Shaun Marsh. Hodge was the first to reach this landmark. Sooryavanshi, however, is on track to achieve this milestone, currently holding the Orange Cap with 200 runs in just four matches. His average stands at 50.00, complemented by an astonishing strike rate of 266.66, including two fifties and a remarkable count of 18 sixes.
As the IPL 2026 season unfolds, all eyes will be on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and his performance, particularly during the highly anticipated match against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
