Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Receives Special Bat Gift from Jos Buttler After IPL Clash

In a thrilling IPL 2026 match, Rajasthan Royals faced a significant defeat against Gujarat Titans. Despite the loss, young talent Vaibhav Sooryavanshi received a special bat from his idol Jos Buttler, marking a memorable moment for the budding cricketer. Sooryavanshi's impressive performance throughout the season has made him a standout player, leading the RR in runs scored. Discover more about his journey and the highlights of the match in this article.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 10, 2026, 17:17 IST

Rajasthan Royals Face Defeat Against Gujarat Titans

In a recent IPL 2026 match held at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on May 9, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) faced a tough defeat against the Gujarat Titans (GT), losing by 77 runs. Chasing a daunting target of 230 runs, RR was dismissed for just 152 runs in 16.3 overs. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was among the few bright spots for RR, scoring 36 runs, while Ravindra Jadeja and Dhruv Jurel contributed 38 and 24 runs, respectively. The rest of the batting lineup struggled to make an impact.

Gujarat Titans' Dominant Performance

The GT's innings was bolstered by impressive half-centuries from captain Shubman Gill, who scored 84 runs, and Sai Sudharsan, who added 55 runs. Washington Sundar also made a significant contribution with a quick 37 runs off 20 balls. The bowling attack for GT was led by Rashid Khan, who took 4 wickets for 33 runs, supported by Jason Holder with 3 wickets for just 12 runs, and Kagiso Rabada, who claimed 2 wickets for 33 runs.

Sooryavanshi's Memorable Moment with Jos Buttler

Despite the loss, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi had a memorable experience after the match, as he met his idol, Jos Buttler, in the dugout. Buttler presented Sooryavanshi with a bat as a token of appreciation for his fearless batting style. A video shared by RR on their social media shows Sooryavanshi following Buttler to the GT dressing room to receive the gift. Interestingly, when asked to get the bat signed, Sooryavanshi expressed his desire to use it in matches rather than keep it as a memento, stating, "I want to play, not collect signatures."

Sooryavanshi's Impressive IPL 2026 Performance

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has emerged as a key player for RR in IPL 2026, showcasing remarkable talent and consistency. In his first five matches, he scored 52, 31, 39, 78, and 0, totaling 200 runs at an average of 40 and a strike rate of 202.20. His explosive batting has been crucial in setting the tone for RR's innings. In the subsequent six matches, he added scores of 46, 8, 103, 43, 4, and 36, bringing his total to 240 runs at an average of 40.00 and a strike rate of 228.57. Overall, Sooryavanshi leads the RR in IPL 2026 with 440 runs, including a century and two fifties, at an impressive strike rate of 236.56 across 11 matches.