Vaibhav Suryavanshi Faces Setback in IPL 2025 as Rajasthan Royals Fall to Mumbai Indians

Rajasthan Royals' Young Star Struggles in IPL Match

In a challenging match for Rajasthan Royals (RR) against Mumbai Indians (MI) at Jaipur's Sawai Mansingh Stadium, teenage prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi encountered a tough reality check. After recently making headlines as the youngest player to score a century in IPL history, he was dismissed for a two-ball duck, failing to add to his score.

The situation worsened for RR as they faced a significant 100-run defeat, which eliminated them from contention for the IPL 2025 playoffs. Meanwhile, MI climbed to the top of the league standings.

Despite the loss, Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma's supportive gesture towards Vaibhav resonated with many fans. After the game, Rohit took the time to console the visibly upset young player, offering words of encouragement that quickly gained traction on social media.

Commentator Ravi Shastri remarked, "He will learn. Encouraging words from Rohit Sharma there, as well." He also noted that every MI player took a moment to acknowledge Vaibhav's efforts.

Shastri added, "Every MI player went past him and had a couple of words to say. You do not need those kind of players every day. Fourteen-year-old, scoring 100. Today, he got out on zero, but such is the game. That is what he will learn."

Fans of cricket praised Rohit's sportsmanship, with one viral tweet stating, "Rohit Sharma encouraging Vaibhav Suryavanshi – A lovely gesture by Indian Captain."

Rohit Sharma encouraging Vaibhav Suryavanshi

– A lovely gesture by Indian Captain. pic.twitter.com/QHjcCNWkUA

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) May 1, 2025

On the pitch, Rohit's opening partner, Ryan Rickleton, shone brightly, scoring a rapid 63 runs off 38 deliveries, which earned him the Player of the Match accolade.