Guwahati, April 10, 2026 — Veteran India pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar has joined the growing list of cricketing icons showering praise on teenage sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi after the 15-year-old’s explosive knock helped Rajasthan Royals register a commanding six-wicket victory over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026.

Suryavanshi smashed a breathtaking 78 runs off just 26 balls, studded with eight fours and seven sixes, as RR chased down 202 with ease at the Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati.

Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s High Praise for the Bihar Prodigy

Speaking after the match, Bhuvneshwar Kumar lauded the young batter’s technique and temperament. The experienced swing bowler said:

“Vaibhav Suryavanshi is not slogging – he is playing proper shots. For a 15-year-old, he is too matured. He deserves all the credit.”

The statement from Bhuvneshwar has gone viral, with fans and experts appreciating the veteran’s generous words for the rising star. Unlike many who called it pure power-hitting, Bhuvi highlighted the technical correctness and maturity in Suryavanshi’s batting.

Record-Breaking Powerplay & Match-Winning Knock

Suryavanshi walked in early during the chase and took the RCB bowling attack apart with fearless yet calculated aggression. He reached his fifty in just 15 balls and shared a crucial 108-run partnership with Dhruv Jurel, who remained unbeaten on 81.

Rajasthan Royals raced to a record 97/1 in the powerplay — the highest score ever in the first six overs of an IPL chase. The teenager’s strike rate touched a staggering 300, earning him the Player of the Match award.

With this innings, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has surged to the top of the Orange Cap leaderboard with 200 runs at an incredible strike rate of 266 in IPL 2026.

Legends Queue Up to Applaud the Teen Star

Suryavanshi’s sensational form has drawn admiration from several cricketing greats:

• Virat Kohli personally autographed the youngster’s cap with the message “Dear Vaibhav, well done.”
• Ravi Ashwin affectionately called him “Vaiball Suryavanshi”.
• Virender Sehwag said the sky is the limit for this young talent.

Now, Bhuvneshwar Kumar’s comment adds another layer of credibility, as the senior pacer is known for his calm analysis and deep understanding of the game.

A Proud Moment for Indian Cricket

Hailing from Bihar, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has already captained the India U19 team and is now setting the IPL stage on fire at just 15 years of age. His success story is inspiring millions of young cricketers across India and the global Indian diaspora.

Experts believe that if the teenager continues to show the same maturity and shot selection, he could fast-track his way into the senior Indian team in the coming years.

Rajasthan Royals continued their unbeaten run with this fourth straight victory, while RCB will look to regroup in their next encounter.

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