In a remarkable performance, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi emerged as a standout player in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026. During a match against the Delhi Capitals, held at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, he set a new record for the most sixes hit by an Indian in a single IPL season.
Sooryavanshi Breaks Sixes Record
Sooryavanshi, just 15 years old, entered the game with an impressive tally of 40 sixes. He quickly added to this count by hitting his first ball for a six off Lungi Ngidi. This achievement made him the fourth player to start an innings with a six three times in a single IPL season, joining the ranks of notable players like Shahrukh Khan and Sunil Narine.
Performance Highlights
- New Record: 43 sixes in IPL 2026, surpassing Abhishek Sharma’s 42 sixes from the 2024 season.
- Previous Record Holders:
- Virat Kohli – 38 sixes (2016 & 2024)
- Suryakumar Yadav – 38 sixes (2025)
- Match Stats: Scored 46 runs off 21 balls with five fours and three sixes.
Despite his stellar performance, Sooryavanshi’s innings concluded when he was caught by David Miller off the bowling of Madhav Tiwari. This sudden dismissal disappointed fans and left Sooryavanshi reflecting on his brief but impactful contribution to the match.
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