Before the season, I had written down that I wanted to score 700 runs in this IPL season, says RR's fearless prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Ahmedabad, June 2
Rajasthan Royals young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi expressed happiness after winning multiple awards in the recently concluded Indian Premier League season, calling it a highly enriching experience.
He said the season taught him several important lessons and helped him understand the improvements needed to build a long career at the top level, which he now plans to focus on moving forward.
He also shared that before the season began, he had set a personal goal of scoring 700 runs, which he tracked throughout the tournament using notes on his phone. He added that reaching this target was a satisfying achievement alongside his overall successful campaign.
"It's a great feeling winning all these awards. I got to learn a lot from this season. There has been a lot to take in, both on and off the field, and I know that if I want to play for a long time, I have to work on a few things. So, that will be my focus going forward, and I'll look to do well in the upcoming matches. Before the season, I had written down in the Notes app on my phone that I wanted to score 700 runs in this IPL season. After every match, I used to check where I stood, so that was one goal I managed to achieve," Sooryavanshi said on JioHotstar.
Sooryavanshi dominated the awards at the conclusion of the IPL 2026, being named the Most Valuable Player, Emerging Player of the Season, Super Striker of the Season, Orange Cap winner, and Super Sixes of the Season.
The 15-year-old Bihar-born batter had an extraordinary tournament for Rajasthan Royals, finishing as the highest run-scorer with 776 runs at an exceptional strike rate of 237.30.
Sooryavanshi's consistent performances, including a record-breaking 72 sixes, helped him surpass several long-standing IPL records and establish himself as one of the most promising talents in Indian cricket.
At just 15 years, Sooryavanshi also set a new IPL record as the youngest Orange Cap winner. The previous record was held by Gujarat Titans opener Sudharsan, who won it at 23 years and 231 days in 2025, while Shubman Gill had set the record in 2023 at 23 years and 263 days.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Impressive discipline for a 15-year-old honestly. Writing goals in a Notes app and checking after every match shows he's not just talented but also hardworking. Good that he's aware he needs to improve to have a long career. Hope he stays grounded and doesn't get carried away by all this success. 🤞
Honestly, I'm a bit skeptical. Yes, phenomenal numbers but he's only 15. IPL pitches are flat as hell these days, and bowlers don't have much breathing space. Let's see how he performs on tougher tracks or when he plays for India. Strikerate of 237 is absurd though, no denying that! But need to see consistency across seasons.
Bihar se aane wala ladka aur itna bada record? So proud! 🌟 This shows talent can come from any corner of India, doesn't matter if you're from a big city or a small town. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is inspiring a whole generation of kids from non-cricketing hubs. 72 sixes in one season - that's just insane! 🏏
Being from Australia, I've watched a lot of young talents emerge but this kid is special. Scoring 776 runs at 237 strike rate at age 15? That's not just IPL records, that's global cricket records potentially. The key will be his transition to international cricket and handling pressure. But for now, let's enjoy this incredible performance!
What I love most is his maturity. He didn't just celebrate
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