In a thrilling IPL 2026 Eliminator match, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of the Rajasthan Royals made headlines with his explosive innings, scoring 97 runs off just 29 balls against Sunrisers Hyderabad. His remarkable performance included hitting 12 sixes, putting the Royals in a commanding position. However, after Sooryavanshi was dismissed by SRH bowler Praful Hinge, the latter's aggressive celebration drew criticism from fans, who felt it was inappropriate to celebrate so intensely against a young player. In a display of sportsmanship, SRH batter Abhishek Sharma offered Sooryavanshi a reassuring pat on the back, which was well-received by the audience. Despite Hinge's dismissal of Sooryavanshi, he ended the match with figures of 3/54. The Royals ultimately posted a total of 243/8 and secured their place closer to the IPL 2026 final, showcasing their dominance in the match.