Vaibhav Sooryavanshi : In the 19th season of the Indian Premier League, 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals opener Vaibhav Suryavanshi continues to grab attention with his fearless batting. The young sensation has been in outstanding form, dominating bowlers throughout the tournament.
Quickfire Knock Against Punjab Kings
In a recent clash against Punjab Kings, Suryavanshi played a blistering innings of 43 runs off just 16 balls. His knock included three boundaries and five sixes, helping him reclaim the Orange Cap in the ongoing season.
‘AI Bat’ Controversy Sparks Debate
A video shared by Rajasthan Royals on social media after the match captured Suryavanshi responding to a bizarre claim about his bat. The speculation began after Pakistani analyst Nauman Niaz suggested on a TV show that the youngster’s bat should be examined, even joking that it might contain an AI chip due to his 360-degree shot-making ability.
Vaibhav’s Lighthearted Reply
Reacting to the claim, Sooryavanshi gave a humorous answer, saying, “It’s a gift from God. He has already put something special in my bat, and I’m just using it.” His response quickly went viral among fans.
Record-Breaking Performance
Sooryavanshi’s impressive form in IPL 2026 has also translated into records. With his 43-run innings, he reached 400 runs in just 167 balls this season. This makes him the fastest player in IPL history to achieve the milestone, surpassing Andre Russell, who had taken 188 balls during the 2019 season.
Fearless Approach Impresses All
What stands out about Sooryavanshi is his confidence against top international bowlers. Despite his young age, he has shown remarkable composure and an attacking mindset, making him one of the most talked-about players this season.