Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has been ruling the headlines after his fearless performances in the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026 (IPL 2026). The young star has already dominated some of the world’s best bowlers in the tournament.
At just 15 years old, Sooryavanshi is already batting with unbelievable confidence. From attacking deadly fast bowlers to clearing boundaries with ease, the youngster has left fans and cricket experts stunned with his fearless approach this season.
Kagiso Rabada stunned with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s fearless batting in IPL 2026
Now, South African speedster Kagiso Rabada, who is currently playing for Gujarat Titans in the ongoing IPL 2026, has made a bold statement that has added even more spice to the growing hype around the Rajasthan Royals’ teenage batting sensation.
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Sooryavanshi has attacked the world-class bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah, Josh Hazlewood, and Rabada without any hesitation in the ongoing IPL 2026. His fearless attitude has made him one of the most exciting young players going around the world right now.
During a recent IPL 2026 clash between Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, Sooryavanshi once again showed his attacking mindset against Rabada. The South African pacer, who has been in brilliant form this season, was even hit for a couple of massive sixes by Vaibhav.
It really fascinates me: Rabada on Vaibhav’s fearlessness
After facing the young batter in Jaipur, Rabada admitted that Sooryavanshi’s fearless attitude and quick bat speed make him a very special talent. The Proteas fast bowler was clearly impressed by the youngster’s confidence and aggressive style at such a young age.
Kagiso Rabada was quoted as saying by PTI: “He has got really fast hands, and he is fearless at the moment. There is not an ounce of fear in his body, and that’s how it normally is when you are young. It really fascinates me. It is great to see in the game of cricket, in the IPL, that the game is well and truly alive.”
Kagiso Rabada makes bold statement on IPL 2026 hype around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
However, Rabada gave a brutally honest take on the hype around Vaibhav, saying that he treats him just like any other batter standing at the crease and simply focuses on getting him out. The Gujarat Titans fast bowler added, “Who else is going to come in and make headlines of that nature?” What I think is that he is just another batter, and I try to get the better of him.”
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Earlier, Mohammed Siraj showed huge aggression after dismissing the RR opener in Jaipur. Siraj removed Sooryavanshi for a quick 36 runs off just 16 balls and celebrated loudly after taking the wicket. Before that, New Zealand pacer Kyle Jamieson gave the youngster an aggressive send-off, showing how badly fast bowlers want to win the battle against him.
Kagiso Rabada admits Sooryavanshi brings X-Factor to IPL
Even with all the aggressive reactions from bowlers, Sooryavanshi continues to attract huge attention because of his fearless batting style. Kagiso Rabada himself admitted that the youngster brings excitement and energy to the game with his powerful hitting and fearless attitude.
He signed off by saying, “It’s a little bit of flair and an X-factor player, someone drawing eyes to the game. Fast hands and no fear, that’s one hell of a combination.”
