Teen Prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Hits Bumrah for First-Ball Six in IPL

Rajasthan Royals' Yashasvi Jaiswal shared the encouraging message he gave his teenage opening partner, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, after the youngster hit Jasprit Bumrah for a six off the very first ball. Jaiswal said the aggressive start helped ease the pressure on him and allowed him to plan his own innings. The duo's partnership, with Jaiswal scoring 77* and Vaibhav a quick 39, propelled Rajasthan to 150 in a rain-shortened match. This total proved more than enough as the Royals secured a 27-run victory over the Mumbai Indians.

Key Points: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Hits Bumrah for Six | Jaiswal's Reaction

  • 15-year-old hits Bumrah for six
  • Jaiswal's pressure eased by partner
  • Royals post 150 in 11 overs
  • Mumbai Indians fall 27 runs short
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'Just play your shots': Jaiswal's message after Vaibhav's first ball six off Bumrah

Yashasvi Jaiswal reveals his message after 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hit Jasprit Bumrah for a six off the first ball in the IPL.

"just keep playing your shots because of course Bumrah bhai is one of the legends - Yashasvi Jaiswal"

Guwahati, April 8

Rajasthan Royals star Yashasvi Jaiswal revealed the message he gave to his opening partner, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, after the 15-year-old prodigy hit Mumbai Indians talisman Jasprit Bumrah for a six off the first ball, which is very rare against a bowler of his calibre.

After the match, Jaiswal said it was exciting to watch Vaibhav take on Bumrah, who he called one of the legends of the game. He also said that Vaibhav's attacking start helped ease the pressure on him.

"I think first ball he hit for six and I was just like, just keep playing your shots because of course Bumrah bhai is one of the legends, so if he is scoring him it is amazing and also other bowlers we can take them down, so it was quite good for him to go and play good shots. Especially with that, it also puts off me with a lot pressure, so I can also plan to take on someone else," Jaiswal told reporters after the match.

Jaiswal, who remained unbeaten on 77, added that he enjoys batting with Vaibhav. He said both of them keep encouraging each other and try to stay positive at the crease.

"I think for the partnership, it is amazing to bat with Vaibhav because we both play short and we enjoy. Especially the way we are playing, we are just giving each other positive messages, whatever we can do and understand the situation. I have been playing for the last few years, so I just try to play with the situation and what we can do for our team, and how we can give the best start. That is all we are thinking about. That is the main thing. If we can contribute, both of us, it will be amazing," he added.

Talking about the match, Rajasthan Royals scored 150 runs in 11 overs in a rain-affected game at Barsapara Stadium on Tuesday. Jaiswal's half-century and Vaibhav's quick 39 helped set a strong total. In reply, the five-time champions Mumbai Indians managed only 123 runs, as the Rajasthan Royals secured a comfortable 27-run win.

- IANS

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Priya S
Jaiswal's maturity is showing. Instead of being overshadowed, he supported his young partner. That's true sportsmanship and great for team spirit. Well played, RR!
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Rohit P
Amazing talent, but let's not put too much pressure on a 15-year-old. One good innings doesn't make a career. The media and fans need to let him develop without constant hype. Just my two paise.
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Sarah B
Watching from the US, and this is why I love the IPL! You get to see these incredible, unexpected moments. A teenager taking on one of the world's best bowlers... just brilliant entertainment.
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Vikram M
Bumrah bhai is a legend, no doubt. But even legends have off days or get hit. It's cricket. The real story is the partnership and the positive mindset Jaiswal is talking about. That wins matches.
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Kavya N
Sooryavanshi is a name to remember! Hope the selectors are watching. We need this kind of aggressive intent at the top for India too. Jaiswal and him could be a dream opening pair in a few years! 🤞

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