RR vs SRH: Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Stunning 97 Off 29 Balls Shocks IPL 2026

Rajasthan Royals youngster Vaibhav Suryavanshi produced one of the most explosive innings of IPL 2026 during the high-pressure Eliminator clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad, smashing 97 runs off just 29 balls before heartbreakingly missing out on a century.

Playing fearless cricket from the very first over, the teenage batter attacked the SRH bowling lineup with stunning confidence, sending boundaries across all parts of the ground. His innings included a barrage of sixes and a rapid half-century that came in only 16 deliveries, leaving fans and commentators stunned.

Vaibhav looked set to complete one of the fastest centuries in IPL history, but his incredible knock ended at 97, just three runs short of the milestone. Despite missing the hundred, the innings completely changed the momentum of the knockout match and powered Rajasthan Royals to a massive total.

The young RR star also created history during the innings by breaking the record for most sixes in a single IPL season, previously held by Chris Gayle. Cricket fans across social media praised the fearless approach of the youngster, with many calling it a “future superstar performance.”

The innings has now become one of the biggest talking points of IPL 2026, as Vaibhav Suryavanshi announced himself on the grand stage with a breathtaking display under pressure.