Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Shares Heartwarming Moment with Virat Kohli

Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shares his admiration for Virat Kohli and recounts a touching moment during IPL 2026. Kohli's mentorship and encouragement have left a lasting impact on the young cricketer, who recently made history as India's youngest national team call-up. Read on to learn more about Sooryavanshi's remarkable journey and his achievements in the league.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 7, 2026, 13:09 IST

A Memorable Encounter with a Cricket Legend

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a rising star from Rajasthan Royals, has opened up about his admiration for the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) and its iconic player, Virat Kohli. During the 2026 Indian Premier League, Sooryavanshi had a memorable encounter with Kohli, who was seen offering him encouragement by placing a hand on his shoulder. This gesture made Sooryavanshi feel as if he was living a dream.

Sooryavanshi Reflects on His Experience with Kohli

“Honestly, when Virat bhaiya placed his hand on my shoulder, I was overwhelmed. I used to be a huge RCB fan and admired Virat Kohli immensely. The way he spoke to me felt surreal, almost like a dream. He guided me like an elder brother, sharing insights on what I was doing right and what I should focus on moving forward,” Sooryavanshi shared in a video on the Rajasthan Royals’ YouTube channel. He also mentioned that Kohli signed his cap, which he plans to wear whenever he isn't donning the Orange Cap. “Jay sir always encourages me whenever we meet, reminding me to stay focused and grounded in my game,” he added.

Sooryavanshi had an impressive season, scoring 776 runs with a remarkable strike rate of 237.30, earning him both the Orange Cap and the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. Recently, he made headlines by becoming the youngest player ever called up to the Indian national team.