Trending Now - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Shines in IPL 2026 With Record-breaking Performances
WHO:
Sportskeeda - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a 15-year-old opener for Rajasthan Royals (RR).
Sportskeeda - Ambati Rayudu praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, stating he could score a 200 in T20 cricket soon if he continues his current form.
Sportskeeda - Kris Srikkanth criticized Pat Cummins for not praising Sooryavanshi after the IPL 2026 Eliminator.
Sportskeeda - Sunil Gavaskar believes Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is ready for international cricket after his IPL 2026 campaign.
Sportskeeda - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old opener for Rajasthan Royals (RR)
Sportskeeda - Ambati Rayudu, former India cricketer
Sportskeeda - Kris Srikkanth, former Team India opener and captain
Sportskeeda - Ravichandran Ashwin, Indian cricket legend
Sportskeeda - Manoj Tiwary, former India cricketer
Sportskeeda - Aakash Chopra, former India player
WHAT:
Sportskeeda - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has achieved five milestones during his innings of 97 runs in the IPL 2026 Eliminator.
Sportskeeda - Ambati Rayudu has predicted that Vaibhav Sooryavanshi could score a 200 in T20 cricket soon if he continues his current form.
Sportskeeda - Manoj Tiwary humorously suggested that opposition bowlers might request an inspection of Sooryavanshi's bat due to his impressive performance.
dw.com - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has hit a total of 65 sixes in the IPL 2026 season, breaking the previous record of 59 sixes held by Chris Gayle since 2012.
dw.com - Sooryavanshi's innings of 97 runs off 29 balls included three back-to-back sixes against Australian captain Pat Cummins.
dw.com - Sooryavanshi fell just three runs short of breaking Chris Gayle's record for the fastest IPL century.
Sportskeeda - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has scored a total of 680 runs in the IPL 2026 season at an average of 45.33.
dw.com - Sooryavanshi has hit 65 sixes in the IPL 2026 season, breaking the previous record of 59 sixes held by Chris Gayle since 2012.
Sportskeeda - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's performance in the IPL 2026 Eliminator included hitting 12 sixes in a single match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
Sportskeeda - Sooryavanshi's innings of 97 runs off 29 balls is being compared to Virat Kohli's iconic IPL 2016 campaign.
Sportskeeda - Sooryavanshi became the youngest IPL draft pick at age 13 in November 2024.
dw.com - Sooryavanshi's innings included three back-to-back sixes against Australian captain Pat Cummins.
dw.com - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi needed just 266 balls to hit 65 sixes in the season, compared to Chris Gayle's 456 balls for his 59 sixes in 2012.
dw.com - Sooryavanshi fell just three runs short of breaking Chris Gayle's record for the fastest IPL century.
dw.com - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi broke the IPL's record for sixes in a single season with 65 sixes, surpassing Chris Gayle's previous record of 59 in 2012.
dw.com - Sooryavanshi hit 12 sixes in a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) during the IPL 2026 Eliminator.
dw.com - Sooryavanshi has scored a total of 680 runs in the season at an average of 45.33.
dw.com - Chris Gayle praised Sooryavanshi, stating, "What a phenomenal player Vaibhav is. Great entertainment young man! New six machine."
dw.com - Michael Vaughan called for India's selectors to pick Sooryavanshi, stating, "He is the best T20 opener in the world."
dw.com - Riyan Parag, Sooryavanshi's captain at Rajasthan Royals, mentioned, "He likes batting. Just leave him alone, let him go and have fun."
Sportskeeda - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 97 runs off just 29 balls in the IPL 2026 Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
Sportskeeda - Sooryavanshi's performance is being compared to Virat Kohli's iconic IPL 2016 campaign.
Sportskeeda - Ambati Rayudu predicted that Sooryavanshi could score a 200 in T20 cricket soon.
Sportskeeda - Kris Srikkanth praised Sooryavanshi's performance, stating it is "impossible for someone to beat what this kid is doing."
Sportskeeda - Aakash Chopra emphasized the importance of celebrating Sooryavanshi's 97 runs.
WHERE:
Sportskeeda - The IPL 2026 Eliminator took place at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mul.
Sportskeeda - The match took place at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mul.
WHEN:
Sportskeeda - The IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 match between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Rajasthan Royals (RR) is scheduled for May 29, 2026.
Sportskeeda - The performance occurred during the IPL 2026 Eliminator.
WHY:
dw.com - Michael Vaughan stated, "He is the best T20 opener in the world. India have to pick him," emphasizing the need for India's selectors to consider Sooryavanshi.
Sportskeeda - Sunil Gavaskar stated, "If you don't give him a spot now, then when?" regarding Sooryavanshi's potential selection for the England tour.
Sportskeeda - Sunil Gavaskar emphasized the urgency for selectors to pick Sooryavanshi for the England tour, stating, "If you don't give him a spot now, then when?"
Sportskeeda - Gavaskar stated, "If you don't give him a spot now, then when?" regarding Sooryavanshi's potential selection for the England tour.
dw.com - Michael Vaughan stated, "He is the best T20 opener in the world. India have to pick him," emphasizing the need for India's selectors to consider Sooryavanshi.
Sportskeeda - Praise for Sooryavanshi's performance stems from his age and the impact of his innings on the match outcome.
HOW:
Sportskeeda - Sooryavanshi's innings included aggressive batting, leading to a high strike rate of 3.34 runs per ball.
(UPDATED May 29, 2026 16:13 UTC)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made headlines by achieving five milestones during his impressive innings of 97 runs in the IPL 2026 Eliminator. Ambati Rayudu has boldly predicted that if Sooryavanshi maintains his current form, he could soon score a remarkable 200 in T20 cricket, while Manoj Tiwary humorously suggested that opposing bowlers might want to inspect Sooryavanshi's bat due to his outstanding performance. Looking ahead, the IPL 2026 Qualifier 2 match between the Gujarat Titans and the Rajasthan Royals is set to take place on May 29, 2026.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 13:58 UTC)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made headlines in the IPL 2026 season by hitting a remarkable total of 65 sixes, surpassing the previous record of 59 held by Chris Gayle since 2012. In a stunning performance, Sooryavanshi scored 97 runs off just 29 balls, which included three consecutive sixes against Australian captain Pat Cummins, although he fell just three runs short of breaking Gayle's record for the fastest IPL century. Michael Vaughan has praised Sooryavanshi, stating, "He is the best T20 opener in the world," and urged India's selectors to give him serious consideration.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 12:00 UTC)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old opener for the Rajasthan Royals, has made headlines this season by scoring a remarkable total of 680 runs in the IPL 2026 at an impressive average of 45.33. He has also set a new record by hitting 65 sixes, surpassing the previous record of 59 held by Chris Gayle since 2012. Cricket legend Sunil Gavaskar emphasized the urgency of giving Sooryavanshi a spot on the team, stating, "If you don't give him a spot now, then when?"
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 08:16 UTC)
In a stunning display during the IPL 2026 Eliminator at Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mul, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit an impressive 12 sixes and scored 97 runs off just 29 balls, drawing comparisons to Virat Kohli's legendary performance in 2016. Ambati Rayudu praised Sooryavanshi's potential, suggesting he could soon score a double century in T20 cricket if he maintains his current form, while Kris Srikkanth criticized Pat Cummins for not acknowledging Sooryavanshi's remarkable achievement. Sunil Gavaskar has also called for selectors to include Sooryavanshi in the upcoming England tour, stressing the importance of giving him a chance now.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 06:19 UTC)
Sunil Gavaskar has expressed confidence that Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is ready for international cricket following his impressive performance in the IPL 2026 campaign. Sooryavanshi, who made history as the youngest IPL draft pick at just 13 years old in November 2024, showcased his talent by hitting three consecutive sixes against Australian captain Pat Cummins. Gavaskar emphasized the urgency of giving Sooryavanshi a spot on the team, stating, "If you don't give him a spot now, then when?" as discussions about the upcoming England tour heat up.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 04:18 UTC)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made headlines by hitting 65 sixes in a season with just 266 balls, surpassing Chris Gayle's previous record of 59 sixes in 456 balls back in 2012. In a remarkable performance, Sooryavanshi fell just three runs short of breaking Gayle's record for the fastest IPL century. Michael Vaughan has weighed in, declaring Sooryavanshi as the best T20 opener in the world and urging India's selectors to take note of his impressive achievements.
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(UPDATED May 28, 2026 17:58 UTC)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made history by breaking the IPL record for sixes in a single season, hitting an impressive 65 sixes and surpassing Chris Gayle's previous record of 59 set in 2012. In the IPL 2026 Eliminator, Sooryavanshi showcased his power by hitting 12 sixes in a single match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, and he has accumulated a total of 680 runs this season at an average of 45.33. Chris Gayle praised him as a "phenomenal player," while Michael Vaughan urged India's selectors to recognize him as the best T20 opener in the world, and his captain, Riyan Parag, encouraged him to enjoy his batting without any restrictions.
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(UPDATED May 28, 2026 16:18 UTC)
In a stunning display of talent, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored an impressive 97 runs off just 29 balls during the IPL 2026 Eliminator against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mul. His remarkable performance is drawing comparisons to Virat Kohli's legendary IPL 2016 campaign, with former cricketer Ambati Rayudu predicting that Sooryavanshi could soon achieve a double century in T20 cricket. Kris Srikkanth praised the young opener, stating it is "impossible for someone to beat what this kid is doing," while Aakash Chopra highlighted the importance of celebrating Sooryavanshi's extraordinary innings. The excitement surrounding his performance is fueled not only by his age but also by the significant impact his batting had on the match outcome. With a striking rate of 3.34 runs per ball, Sooryavanshi's aggressive style of play has certainly made waves in the cricketing world.