Jaipur: Rajasthan Royals’ newest recruit, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, made a sensational IPL debut on Saturday by hitting a six off his very first delivery. Facing Shardul Thakur during the clash against Lucknow Super Giants at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Suryavanshi lofted the ball over extra cover, drawing cheers from fans and cricket experts alike.
The confident shot underscored the youngster’s natural timing and composure at the crease. The clean strike not only marked a dream start for Suryavanshi but also hinted at his immense potential, making him one of the most exciting prospects to watch this season.
With this powerful introduction, Suryavanshi has positioned himself as a promising talent in the league. Rajasthan Royals are expected to give him more opportunities as the tournament progresses, potentially shaping him into a future star of Indian cricket.
Match 36: Rajasthan Royals vs Lucknow Super Giants
Saturday’s encounter was crucial for both sides looking to bounce back from recent defeats. RR, led by Sanju Samson, came into the fixture having lost five of their last seven matches, including a narrow defeat to Delhi Capitals in a Super Over.
Lucknow Super Giants, in a comparatively better position with four wins in seven matches, were also seeking redemption after a five-wicket loss to Chennai Super Kings in their previous outing.
Batting first, LSG posted a solid 180/5 in 20 overs. Aiden Markram led the charge with a 45-ball 66, supported by Ayush Badoni’s quickfire 50 from 34 deliveries. Rajasthan Royals’ Wanindu Hasaranga was the standout performer with the ball, finishing with figures of 2/31 from his allotted four overs.
As the tournament intensifies, both teams will be eyeing consistency, while young talents like Suryavanshi offer a fresh spark to the IPL narrative.