Pat Cummins Praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as His New Favorite Player After IPL Victory
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is my new favourite player: SRH skipper Pat Cummins
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Pat Cummins, the skipper of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), has expressed admiration for young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, calling him his 'new favorite player' after a successful IPL 2026 match against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Sooryavanshi's impressive performance, scoring 103 runs off 37 balls, contributed significantly to SRH's five-wicket victory.
- 01Pat Cummins praised Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive batting style.
- 02Sooryavanshi scored 103 runs off 37 balls in the match.
- 03SRH successfully chased down a target of 229 runs.
- 04Cummins noted Sooryavanshi's ability to dominate bowlers early in his career.
- 05The match showcased a strong performance from both teams.
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In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, Pat Cummins, the captain of Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), hailed young batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as his 'new favorite player' after a remarkable performance against Rajasthan Royals (RR). Sooryavanshi scored 103 runs off 37 balls, showcasing his power-hitting ability that keeps bowlers on edge. This aggressive style helped RR set a formidable total of 228/6. Despite losing Travis Head early in their innings, SRH mounted a strong response with Ishan Kishan scoring 74 runs off 31 balls and Abhishek Sharma contributing 57 runs off 29 balls, leading to a successful chase in 18.3 overs. Cummins emphasized Sooryavanshi's fearless approach, noting that his performances have quickly made him a standout player in the tournament, drawing admiration from teammates and opponents alike.
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Sooryavanshi's performance not only boosts his individual career but also enhances the team's prospects in the tournament, potentially attracting more fans and support for SRH.
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