Rajasthan Royals Triumph Over Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026 Eliminator
Yesterday IPL match winner RR vs SRH: How Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Suryavanshi knocked out Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator?
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Rajasthan Royals defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad by 47 runs in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, thanks to a spectacular 97 runs from 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. His innings included 12 sixes, leading RR to a total of 243 runs.
- 01Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored 97 runs off 29 balls, including 12 sixes, breaking the record for most sixes in an IPL season.
- 02Rajasthan Royals set a target of 243 runs after a dominant batting display.
- 03Dhruv Jurel contributed significantly with a quick 50 runs off 21 balls.
- 04Praful Hinge was the standout bowler for Sunrisers Hyderabad, taking 3 wickets for 54 runs.
- 05Rajasthan Royals maintained control throughout the match, reaching 80 runs without loss in the powerplay.
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 Eliminator, Rajasthan Royals (RR) defeated Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) by 47 runs at Mullanpur. The highlight of the match was 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who scored a blistering 97 runs off just 29 balls, including a record-breaking 12 sixes. RR set a formidable target of 243 runs after a strong start, with Sooryavanshi reaching his half-century in just 16 balls and RR at 80/0 by the end of the powerplay. Dhruv Jurel also played a crucial role, scoring 50 runs off 21 balls. Despite SRH's Praful Hinge taking 3 wickets, the team's bowlers struggled to contain RR's aggressive batting. This victory propels the Royals into the next round, showcasing their batting prowess and Sooryavanshi's immense talent.
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The victory boosts Rajasthan Royals' chances in the IPL playoffs, enhancing their fan engagement and team morale.
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