Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Pat Cummins (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: The thrilling IPL 2026 clash produced both individual brilliance and a thrilling chase, but it was young sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi who stole the limelight and even earned admiration from Pat Cummins.Although Rajasthan Royals finished on the losing side, Sooryavanshi’s explosive 37-ball 103 was the standout performance of the match. The teenager showed remarkable confidence and power and dismantled the opposition bowling attack with ease.
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