Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Power-Hitting Leads Rajasthan Royals to Victory

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's explosive 97 off 29 balls, featuring 12 sixes, propelled Rajasthan Royals to victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL Eliminator. Despite missing the fastest century record, Sooryavanshi focused on maximizing runs. His performance set up a crucial clash with Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2.

In a thrilling IPL Eliminator, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of Rajasthan Royals delivered a stunning performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad. His 97-run blitz off just 29 balls, including 12 sixes, steered his team to a 47-run victory, setting up a face-off with Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2.

Despite narrowly missing the fastest century record, Sooryavanshi broke the record for most sixes in a season, reaching 65 maximums in IPL 2026. Reflecting on his innings, he expressed his primary aim was to score vital runs, stating that century records can wait. His teammate, Riyan Parag, praised him, pointing out the importance of his contributions to the team's success.

The captain of SRH, Pat Cummins, acknowledged the challenges faced during the chase, admitting the timing of lost wickets was critical. On Sooryavanshi's display, he noted the exceptional batting, attributing it to precise timing and pitch conditions. This crucial win emphasizes Rajasthan Royals' strength and potential heading into the next phase.