Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Shines with Record-Breaking Century in IPL 2026
"Lamine Yamal Level Talent": Sooryavanshi Earns Big Praise From England Star
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Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has made headlines with his explosive batting, scoring a century in just 36 balls during an IPL 2026 match for the Rajasthan Royals against Sunrisers Hyderabad. His performance has drawn comparisons to young football star Lamine Yamal, with praise from England's Sam Billings.
- 01Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored a century in just 36 balls, marking the second-fastest by an Indian in IPL history.
- 02He previously held the record for the fastest century by an Indian, achieved in 35 balls.
- 03Sooryavanshi's innings included 12 sixes and 5 fours, showcasing his powerful strokeplay.
- 04England's Sam Billings compared Sooryavanshi's talent to that of Lamine Yamal, a prominent young footballer.
- 05Sooryavanshi's performance helped Rajasthan Royals post a total of 228 runs in the match.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricket prodigy, continues to capture attention with his remarkable batting skills. In an IPL 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, he scored a stunning century off just 36 balls, marking the second-fastest century by an Indian player in IPL history. This achievement follows his own record set last season, where he scored a century in 35 balls. Sooryavanshi's innings was highlighted by 12 sixes and 5 fours, leading the Rajasthan Royals to a formidable total of 228 runs. His performance has garnered significant praise, including a comparison from England wicketkeeper-batter Sam Billings to rising football star Lamine Yamal, who has made a name for himself at FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team. Billings expressed his admiration on social media, questioning if Sooryavanshi is the best 15-year-old in any professional sport. This latest performance cements Sooryavanshi's status as a budding talent in cricket.
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Sooryavanshi's performance could inspire young cricketers in India and boost interest in the IPL.
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