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Kyle Jamieson Admits Fear of 15-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Ahead of IPL Duel

Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson admitted to being unusually fearful of 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during their IPL 2026 match. Despite detailed pre-match planning, Jamieson acknowledged the youngster's rising reputation created intense pressure. Jamieson dismissed Sooryavanshi early and celebrated animatedly, earning a demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct. DC successfully chased a record 226 runs, powered by KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka's opening stand.

Key Points: Jamieson on Fear of 15-Year-Old Sooryavanshi in IPL

  • Kyle Jamieson admits fear of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
  • Jamieson dismissed Sooryavanshi early in the innings
  • DC chased 226 runs, their highest IPL total
  • Jamieson received a demerit point for aggressive celebration
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"I don't think I've ever been so fearful of a 15-year-old kid in my life": Jamieson on Sooryavanshi

Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson admits fear of 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during IPL 2026 match, after detailed planning and animated celebration.

"I don't think I've ever been so fearful of a 15-year-old kid in my life - Kyle Jamieson"

Jaipur, May 2

Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson reflected on the on-field duel with Rajasthan Royals' opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during their IPL 2026 encounter in Jaipur, acknowledging that the youngster's growing reputation and recent form created an unusual sense of pressure despite detailed pre-match preparation.

In a video released by the IPL, Jamieson said the intensity of the situation, along with the batter's rising stature, made the moment stand out for him.

The comments came after Jamieson bowled the 15-year-old early in the innings. Following the dismissal, the pacer was seen celebrating in an animated manner.

Jamieson said, "I'm up here. I don't think I've ever been so fearful of a 15-year-old kid in my life. But yeah, we have obviously done a bit of planning leading into the game, and it was just nice that it paid off."

On Saturday, IPL confirmed that Jamieson was handed one demerit point and issued a warning for breaching Level 1 of the IPL Code of Conduct during the DC vs RR clash.

The Delhi pacer was found to be close to the Royals opener in an aggressive manner, which could have provoked an aggressive reaction from the batter.

DC pulled off a record 226-run chase, their highest in IPL history, to defeat RR by seven wickets. A 110-run opening stand between KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka set up the chase, before Tristan Stubbs and Ashutosh Sharma finished the job with five balls remaining.

Earlier, Riyan Parag (90) and Donovan Ferreira (47*) powered RR to 225/6, while Mitchell Starc picked up three wickets. The win was DC's fourth of the season, placing them sixth on the table, while RR remained fourth.

- ANI

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Nisha Z
"Fearful of a 15-year-old" — Jamieson is just being honest, and I respect that. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a prodigy. But the aggressive celebration after getting him out... unnecessary, yaar. These foreign players sometimes forget they're playing in India where we respect our young talents. Still, great match overall — that chase by DC was something else!
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Rahul R
The demerit point was a bit harsh, but rules are rules. What I loved was how Jamieson admitted to being scared — that's not weakness, that's respecting the opponent. Vaibhav is literally a schoolkid taking on international bowlers. Indian cricket's bench strength is unreal. And that 226-run chase? 🔥 Pure entertainment!
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Manish T
Honestly, I think Jamieson should have shown more restraint. Getting worked up over a 15-year-old and then getting penalized for it? Not a great look for a senior pro. But credit where it's due — his bowling was on point. And what a match! KL Rahul's captaincy innings, Stubbs' finishing... IPL 2026 is delivering big time.
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Sneha F
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is giving me serious 'next big thing' vibes. At 15, he's already making international pacers fear him. The kid has a bright future. Jamieson's comments were respectful, even if his celebration wasn't. Hope Vaibhav learns from this and comes back stronger. Also, can we talk about Riyan Parag's 90? Absolute masterclass! 👏
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Abhishek O

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