Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Responds to AI Chip Claims with Humor
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's Remarkable IPL Performance
Rajasthan Royals' rising star, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, recently made headlines with his witty response to a claim made by Pakistani cricket analyst Dr. Nauman Niaz. Niaz suggested that Sooryavanshi's bat might contain an 'AI chip' due to his impressive performances in the current IPL season.
Known for his controversial statements, Dr. Niaz humorously proposed on a podcast that Sooryavanshi's bat should undergo testing, attributing his extraordinary hitting power to this supposed technology. While he acknowledged the young player's talent, he jokingly remarked that Sooryavanshi's batting seemed 'beyond human levels,' which ignited a flurry of reactions on social media, particularly on X (formerly Twitter).
Many users found Niaz's comments to be exaggerated and amusing, with one user tweeting, 'AI chip in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's bat? He should be tested too; this doesn’t look human!'
Sooryavanshi's Viral Response
In a recent match, Sooryavanshi scored a rapid 43 runs off just 16 balls, hitting 5 sixes and 6 fours, leading the Rajasthan Royals to a successful chase of 223 runs against the Punjab Kings. After the match, he was asked about the AI chip rumor.
In a light-hearted video shared by the Rajasthan Royals on their X account, Sooryavanshi humorously denied the existence of any AI chip in his bat, attributing his ability to hit big shots to divine talent. 'God has given it to me. God said that I am giving you something in my bat. I am using it,' the 15-year-old stated.
Record-Breaking Performance
Sooryavanshi's explosive innings helped him surpass the 400-run mark in the IPL season, making him the first player to achieve this milestone. He also reclaimed the Orange Cap, becoming the first teenager to score 400 runs in a single IPL season, showcasing his remarkable consistency and skill.
Previously, the record for most runs by a teenage player was held by Mumbai Indians' Tilak Varma, who scored 397 runs in IPL 2022.
Social Media Buzz
The young cricketer's humorous retort to Dr. Niaz's AI chip claim has gone viral, drawing significant attention on social media. Fans and cricket lovers praised Sooryavanshi's clever and confident response, with many calling it a 'mature yet cheeky reply.'
Comments flooded in on X, with users expressing admiration for his quick wit and ability to handle the situation with humor. One fan remarked, 'Loved the way the 15-year-old is trolling Pakistanis,' while another noted, 'Maturity level high.'
Sooryavanshi's IPL Statistics
In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Sooryavanshi has accumulated 400 runs, including a century and two fifties, boasting an average of 44.44 and a strike rate of 238.09 across nine matches. Remarkably, 89.5% of his runs have come from boundaries, with 37 sixes and 34 fours.
Throughout his IPL career, he has scored a total of 652 runs, featuring 2 centuries and 3 fifties, with an average of 40.75 and a strike rate of 224.82 in 16 matches.