Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wins IPL 2026 Orange Cap for Rajasthan Royals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 7:51 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old opener for Rajasthan Royals, became the youngest player to win the Orange Cap in IPL history after scoring 776 runs in the 2026 season. His impressive performance included winning five awards, among them the MVP prize. Sooryavanshi showcased remarkable maturity during key matches, highlighting his potential for longer formats of the game. Following his success in the IPL, he expressed his aspiration to play Test cricket for India. He is expected to be considered for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland.
- •Sooryavanshi scored 776 runs in IPL 2026.
- •He won five awards, including the Orange Cap.
- •He expressed a desire to play Test cricket for India.
- •Sooryavanshi is likely to be picked for the upcoming T20I series against Ireland.
- •He demonstrated maturity and patience in critical matches.
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"Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the youngest player in the history of the IPL to win the Orange Cap in 2026.
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