Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again grabbed the spotlight, smashing a blistering 78 off just 26 balls to power the Rajasthan Royals in their chase of 202 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in Guwahati, sealing a six-wicket win and extending their unbeaten run in IPL 2026.
Chasing a daunting 202-run target against RCB, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a sensational knock, blasting 78 off just 26 balls and leaving the opposition stunned. His innings was studded with eight fours and seven towering sixes, showcasing fearless and clean hitting.
The young batter brought up his half-century in a blistering 15 deliveries, equalling the record for the fastest fifty by an Indian in IPL history. Notably, this wasn't a one-off feat - he had already registered a 15-ball
fifty earlier in the same season against Chennai Super Kings, underlining his remarkable consistency and explosive form.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Skips Celebrations, Prioritises Early Travel
When asked if he would be cutting a cake tonight to celebrate the victory, Vaibhav smiled and said, "No, sir, there's no such thing. We'll have to go to bed a little early today because we have an early flight and we need to leave early. "
"Somewhere in the back of my mind, I wondered who was bowling. But my focus was on the ball, not the bowler. I was just playing my natural game, observing the speed and line of the ball, and doing what I practice," the 15-year-old added.
Reflecting on his growth and the guidance around him, the 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi credited his father, coach, and team mentor Rohit Sir for constantly keeping him grounded. He emphasised that they remind him that this is only the start of a long journey and urge him to stay focused on his work and the process, without getting distracted. His mature outlook has since struck a chord with fans across social media.
