Vaibhav Sooryavanshi switches to MS Dhoni mode ahead of SRH clash - Watch

TL;DR

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi showcased his skills with a helicopter shot during a net session for Rajasthan Royals, going viral on social media. The 15-year-old has made history as the youngest debutant and centurion in IPL, and recently became the fastest player to reach 500 IPL runs.

Key points

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit a helicopter shot during a net session.
He is the youngest debutant and centurion in IPL history.
Sooryavanshi became the fastest player to reach 500 IPL runs.
He faced a rare setback with only 8 runs against Lucknow Super Giants.
Rajasthan Royals shared the video, gaining widespread attention.

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A video shared by Rajasthan Royals showed teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi pulling off a stunning helicopter shot during a net session in Jaipur. The clip quickly went viral across social media.

In IPL 2026, 15-year-old prodigy Sooryavanshi continues to shine as one of RR’s standout performers. After becoming the youngest debutant and centurion in IPL history in 2025, he has carried forward his ultra-aggressive approach this season. He recently became the fastest player to reach 500 IPL runs (by balls faced), achieving the milestone in just 227 deliveries, breaking the previous record of 260 balls held by Glenn Maxwell.

However, the youngster faced a rare setback in his most recent outing against Lucknow Super Giants on April 22, where he was dismissed for just 8 runs. Notably, he also played out his first-ever maiden over in the IPL, bowled by Mohsin Khan.

Rajasthan Royals shared a video of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's net session and the franchise added a cheeky caption to the post, saying, “Trust a Bihari to hit a helicopter shot,” which drew widespread attention and reactions from fans.

The helicopter shot, famously popularised by MS Dhoni, who hails from Jharkhand (formerly part of Bihar), has become one of cricket’s most iconic strokes. The caption was seen as a playful nod to that legacy, linking Sooryavanshi’s roots with Dhoni’s signature shot.

Rajasthan Royals to take on Sunrisers Hyderabad

The Rajasthan Royals (RR) host Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 36th match of IPL 2026 tonight, 25 April 2026, at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. This is the first game of the season at the Royals' home ground, and they will be seeking revenge after losing to SRH by 57 runs earlier this month. RR is currently 3rd on the points table with 10 points (5 wins from 7 games). SRH sits in 4th place with 8 points (4 wins from 7 games). RR is currently 3rd on the points table with 10 points (5 wins from 7 games). SRH sits in 4th place with 8 points (4 wins from 7 games). SRH holds the overall advantage with 13 wins to RR's 9 in their 22 IPL meetings.

Q&A

What record did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi break in IPL 2026?

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the fastest player to reach 500 IPL runs, achieving the milestone in just 227 balls.

How old is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and what are his achievements in IPL?

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is 15 years old and is the youngest debutant and centurion in IPL history.

What happened in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's recent match against Lucknow Super Giants?

In his recent match against Lucknow Super Giants, Sooryavanshi was dismissed for just 8 runs and faced his first-ever maiden over.