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Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a stunning 97 off 29 balls to guide Rajasthan Royals past Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator. His explosive innings featured 12 sixes, nearly breaking a record. Sooryavanshi remains focused on the team's trophy pursuit, emphasizing simple preparation and playing the game ahead.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name in IPL history with a blistering 97 off 29 balls in the 2026 Eliminator. The Rajasthan Royals opener shattered multiple records, including Chris Gayle's long-standing mark for most sixes in a season with 65. Sooryavanshi also set new benchmarks for powerplay runs and sixes in an innings, showcasing extraordinary talent.

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Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a historic 97 off 29 balls in the 2026 IPL Eliminator, achieving the second-highest strike rate for a 70+ score. His explosive innings, featuring 12 sixes, saw him break Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in a season with 65. Sooryavanshi's remarkable performance showcased his fearless intent and batting prowess.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a stunning 97 off 29 balls in the IPL 2026 Eliminator. The fifteen-year-old Rajasthan Royals opener played fearlessly against Sunrisers Hyderabad. His innings included twelve sixes, breaking Chris Gayle's record for most sixes in a season. Sooryavanshi's performance is already being compared to legendary IPL knocks.

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Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a sensational 97 off 29 balls in an IPL playoff, narrowly missing a historic century. Despite shattering records for most sixes (65) and runs by an uncapped batter (680), the young prodigy's visible heartbreak after falling short resonated deeply, highlighting the immense pressure and passion of the game.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi etched his name in IPL history, matching Suresh Raina's 16-ball playoff fifty record. The Rajasthan Royals opener's explosive 60-plus in the powerplay against Sunrisers Hyderabad also placed him alongside Gilchrist for early dominance. Sooryavanshi's consistent powerplay brilliance and rapid-fire fifties continue to make him IPL 2026's standout sensation.

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has etched his name in IPL history, smashing Chris Gayle's 14-year-old record for most sixes in a season during the Eliminator. He also became the youngest to score 600 runs and the first to achieve this volume with a strike rate over 200. This season is truly one for the ages.

Sunrisers Hyderabad elected to bowl first against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2026 Eliminator. RR skipper Riyan Parag revealed he's not fully fit but stressed the team's win-or-go-home mentality. SRH captain Pat Cummins expressed confidence in his team's recent form, aiming for simple bowling. Both teams have had mirroring seasons, with SRH holding a 2-0 advantage over RR this year.

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Anil Kumble asserts Sunrisers Hyderabad possess a more potent and balanced IPL 2026 Eliminator squad than Rajasthan Royals. He highlighted SRH's numerous match-winners, contrasting with Rajasthan's reliance on a few key players. Kumble pointed to the league-stage win against RR, featuring debutant pacers Hinge and Hussain, as a turning point for Hyderabad's campaign.

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru crushed Gujarat Titans by 92 runs to reach the IPL 2026 final, powered by Rajat Patidars unbeaten 93 and a record playoff total of 254/5. Virat Kohli also went viral after jokingly marking his bowling run-up during the match. GT captain Shubman Gill blamed poor fielding, dropped catches and pressure mistakes for the heavy defeat as Gujarat were bowled out for 162.

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins revealed multiple bowling strategies are being prepared for Rajasthan Royals' teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi ahead of the IPL 2026 Eliminator. The 15-year-old opener has been a revelation, shattering records with a staggering strike rate. Despite SRH winning both league encounters, Sooryavanshi's recent century makes him a significant threat.

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Rajasthan Royals face off in a high-stakes IPL 2026 Eliminator in Mullanpur, where explosive batting is expected again. SRHs powerful top order, led by Abhishek Sharma and Heinrich Klaasen, takes on RRs young star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Jofra Archer. Despite the seasons batting dominance, the match could hinge on which teams new-ball bowlers strike early and expose vulnerable middle orders.

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Pat Cummins' leadership has been pivotal for Sunrisers Hyderabad's resurgence into the IPL playoffs. Despite a mid-season injury, he guided the team to five wins in their final seven games. His empathetic approach, stemming from his own bowling experience, provides crucial guidance to young bowlers under pressure, normalizing knockout game situations for the team.

Rajat Patidar's explosive unbeaten 93 off 33 balls powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a commanding 254/5, the highest IPL playoff total ever. RCB then bowled out Gujarat Titans for 162, securing a dominant 92-run victory and their second consecutive IPL final appearance.

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In an IPL season bereft of the talent and regular presence of MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has seemingly taken over the mantle. As the teenager dazzles with explosive batting, IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal says the BCCI and Rajasthan Royals must help nurture his rise and prepare him for the challenges ahead.

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Rajat Patidar backed his pre-match claim of preferring pace over spin with a breathtaking 93 off 33 balls against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. The RCB skipper smashed nine sixes -- seven against pacers -- and now has 41 sixes this IPL season, with 27 coming against fast bowlers. Batting at No. 4, Patidar has scored 486 runs in 14 matches at a strike rate of 196.76, underlining his impact as one of RCB's most destructive middle-order batters.

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Royal Challengers Bengaluru stormed into the IPL 2026 final after thrashing Gujarat Titans by 92 runs. Rajat Patidar starred with an unbeaten 93 off 33 balls as RCB posted 254/5. Gujarat collapsed during the chase, with Sai Sudharsan creating an unwanted IPL record after a bizarre hit-wicket dismissal. Rahul Tewatias 68 was not enough as GT were bowled out for 162.

Rajat Patidar's explosive 93* powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a dominant 92-run victory over Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1, securing their spot in a second consecutive IPL final. This remarkable win places RCB among elite franchises and Patidar in a select group of captains achieving this feat.

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Rajat Patidar's explosive 93 off 33 balls, featuring 9 sixes, propelled Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a record 254/5 and a dominant 92-run victory over Gujarat Titans. This commanding performance secured RCB's spot in their second consecutive IPL final, showcasing a fearless, attacking mindset.

Gujarat Titans suffered a crushing defeat against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1, failing to chase a record 254/5. Skipper Shubman Gill admitted the team's fielding and bowling were below par, leading to a heavy loss. GT now heads to Qualifier 2 after RCB secured a direct final spot.

Gujarat Titans faced an unlucky start in Qualifier 1 as Sai Sudharsan was dismissed hit wicket after his bat slipped and dislodged the bails. This followed a massive 254/5 posted by Royal Challengers Bengaluru, powered by Rajat Patidar's explosive 93. The early wicket put immense pressure on the Titans' chase.

Rajat Patidar unleashed a destructive 93 off 33 balls, including nine sixes, to power Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a massive 254/5 against Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1. Dropped twice in the 14th over, Patidar turned anger into a breathtaking knock, leading RCB's late surge and ensuring a historic playoff batting performance.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru achieved a record-breaking score of 254/5 against Gujarat Titans in IPL Qualifier 1. This marks the highest total ever in IPL playoff history. Rajat Patidar led the charge with an unbeaten 93 off 33 balls. Virat Kohli and Krunal Pandya also contributed significantly to the massive total.

Shubman Gill expressed visible frustration as Rajat Patidar received two crucial lifelines in the IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. Dropped by Jos Buttler and Jason Holder, then Kagiso Rabada, Patidar capitalized on the errors, going on to score a blistering half-century off just 21 balls.