Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a star batter for the Rajasthan Royals, narrowly missed achieving the fastest century in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, scoring 97 runs off 28 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad. He needed just a four to surpass Chris Gayle's record of 100 runs in 30 balls but was dismissed instead by Praful Hinge. Reflecting on his dismissal, Vaibhav admitted that he lost concentration while trying to hit the ball straight after noticing the fielder, which led to a mistimed shot. Despite the disappointment, he expressed confidence in his team's ability to defend their score and execute their plans. His impressive innings not only placed him at the top of the Orange Cap standings but also allowed him to surpass Gayle's record for the most sixes in a single IPL season. At just 15 years old, Vaibhav has made history as the youngest player to score over 600 runs in an IPL season, showcasing his immense talent and potential in the tournament.