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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shines in IPL 2026 with record-breaking performances

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:33 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shines in IPL 2026 with record-breaking performances

Summary

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, at just 15 years old, distinguished himself in IPL 2026 by scoring 776 runs across 16 matches. He achieved a remarkable strike rate of 237.31 and hit 72 sixes, breaking Chris Gayle's previous record. Sooryavanshi won multiple awards, including the Orange Cap and MVP. After his successful season, he expressed the importance of adapting his game and focusing on fitness for future challenges.

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By the Numbers

•Sooryavanshi scored 776 runs with a strike rate of 237.31.
•He hit a record 72 sixes in a single IPL season.
•He won the Orange Cap and MVP at the IPL 2026 awards.
•Rajasthan Royals reached Qualifier 2 but did not make the final.
•Sooryavanshi aims to improve his fitness for longevity in cricket.

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What they're saying

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Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dominated IPL 2026, smashing 776 runs and a record 72 sixes. He swept individual awards, including the Orange Cap and MVP, after Rajasthan Royals' strong showing. Sooryavanshi emphasized adapting his game and prioritizing fitness for a long career.
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