IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, becomes fastest ever to… | Cricket News


IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts history, becomes fastest ever to...
Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (ANI Photo)

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again grabbed the spotlight in IPL 2026 after scripting a sensational world record during Rajasthan Royals’ clash against Gujarat Titans in Jaipur on Saturday. The 15-year-old prodigy became the youngest cricketer in history to smash 100 T20 sixes before turning 20 years old. He also broke the record for the fastest player to reach the milestone in terms of balls faced, needing only 514 deliveries to get there and surpassing Kieron Pollard’s long-standing mark of 843 balls.

Watch

Why Suryakumar Yadav is set to lose India T20I captaincy: All you need to know

Fittingly, the landmark came in fearless fashion. Facing Mohammed Siraj, Sooryavanshi launched the very first ball he faced for a huge six over long-on, showing absolutely no regard for reputation or pressure despite RR chasing a massive 230-run target. The teenage sensation continued attacking Gujarat Titans’ bowlers and raced to 36 off just 16 balls, smashing three fours and three sixes during another breathtaking cameo at the top of the order. However, Siraj eventually had the final say in a dramatic battle. The GT pacer produced a fiery short ball clocked at 146.6 kph that hurried Sooryavanshi into a mistimed shot, with Arshad Khan completing the catch. Siraj celebrated aggressively after the wicket, roaring in delight after dismissing the dangerous youngster.The milestone also carried extra significance considering the opponent. It was against Gujarat Titans last season that Sooryavanshi had announced himself to the cricketing world with a sensational 35-ball century. One year later, he once again produced a headline-grabbing moment against the same side. The record came during a difficult evening overall for Rajasthan Royals after Gujarat Titans piled up 229/4, powered by brilliant knocks from Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan. But even amid GT’s dominance, Sooryavanshi still managed to create history with one swing of the bat.



Source link

  • Related Posts

    How Bangladesh followed Virat Kohli’s template to humble Australia in Darwin

    Bangladesh players pose for a team photo as they celebrate after defeating Australia on day four of the first cricket test in Darwin, Australia, Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026. (James Ross/AAP…

    Pat Cummins blunt admission after Australia’s shock defeat

    Australian captain Pat Cummins, right, congratulates members of the Bangladesh team (AP) Australia captain Pat Cummins admitted his side were outplayed in all departments after Bangladesh completed a historic nine-wicket…

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    You Missed

    Air India Express passenger carrying weapon fires round at Varanasi airport; 2 injured

    Air India Express passenger carrying weapon fires round at Varanasi airport; 2 injured

    How Bangladesh followed Virat Kohli’s template to humble Australia in Darwin

    How Bangladesh followed Virat Kohli’s template to humble Australia in Darwin

    Pat Cummins blunt admission after Australia’s shock defeat

    Pat Cummins blunt admission after Australia’s shock defeat

    Students to gherao CM residence on August 20 if demands not met

    Students to gherao CM residence on August 20 if demands not met

    ‘Who is health minister saluting?’ RJD mocks Nishant Kumar over flag-hoisting gesture

    ‘Who is health minister saluting?’ RJD mocks Nishant Kumar over flag-hoisting gesture

    Bangladesh stun Australia with historic win, register first-ever Test victory on Australian soil

    Bangladesh stun Australia with historic win, register first-ever Test victory on Australian soil