Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Aims for IPL 2026 Glory with Rajasthan Royals

Sooryavanshi's Ambition for IPL 2026

Emerging Indian cricket star, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, has shared his aspiration to clinch the trophy in the upcoming 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season while playing for the Rajasthan Royals. The young talent, who is part of the Rajasthan Royals (RR), attended the BCCI Naman Awards in New Delhi on Sunday, where the India Under-19 men's cricket team was celebrated for their victory in the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026.

Statements from the Young Cricketer

At the BCCI Naman Awards, the 14-year-old expressed his determination to contribute significantly to his team's success in the 2026 IPL season. "Winning the trophy is my primary goal this season. Achieving this will not only benefit the franchise but also enhance my performance. I aim to do everything I can to help the team lift the trophy," Sooryavanshi stated in a video shared by Star Sports on Instagram.

U-19 World Cup Achievements

Sooryavanshi was named Player of the Match in the finals against England during the U-19 World Cup, where he scored an impressive 175 runs off just 80 balls. His innings included 15 fours and six sixes, and he reached his century in a mere 55 balls, marking one of the fastest centuries in U-19 World Cup history, which contributed to India's sixth World Cup title.

Record-Setting IPL Journey

In the IPL mega auction prior to the 2025 season, Sooryavanshi made headlines by securing a contract worth Rs 1.1 crore with the Rajasthan Royals, making him the youngest player in IPL history. He also set records as the youngest debutant at just 14 years and 23 days, and became the fastest Indian to score a century in the IPL, achieving this feat in just 35 balls against the Gujarat Giants during the 2025 season, breaking Yusuf Pathan's previous record.