AB de Villiers has praised Rajasthan Royals prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying that exposure to ODI and Test cricket could help the 15-year-old develop both mentally and physically. While De Villiers is confident in the talent, he cautioned that the journey to India selection will not be smooth and could be rocky as the youngster adjusts to top-level demands.
Ravichandran Ashwin has heaped praise on Rajasthan Royals teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, saying he would not be surprised to see the batter represent India across all three formats. Speaking on JioHotstar, Ashwin pointed to Sooryavanshi’s rising impact and suggested his trajectory could mirror India’s changing batting needs in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
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R Ashwin has endorsed 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, urging selectors to let him play freely across all three formats for India. Praising his fearless, crowd pleasing batting in the IPL, Ashwin said the youngster has the spark of a “box-office player” and shouldn’t be burdened with pressure early in his career.
Gujarat Titans routed Rajasthan Royals by 77 runs in the IPL, firing to 229 for 4 with Shubman Gill’s unbeaten 84 and Sai Sudharsan’s 55. Then Rashid Khan produced a sharp 4 for 34 to bowl Rajasthan out for 152. The win stands as Gujarat’s biggest victory by runs in the league.
As Rajasthan gears up to face Gujarat in IPL 2026, talk around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has intensified. Former Rajasthan Royals Director of Cricket Zubin Bharucha suggested the youngster could be fast-tracked on the lines of the “Sachin Tendulkar route.” The buzz adds that a BCCI “Test debut” plea has been raised amid the season’s build-up.
Gujarat Titans and Rajasthan Royals meet in Jaipur with both teams level at six wins from ten matches, setting up a tight mid-table battle. Gujarat arrive on a three-match winning streak, backed by dependable batting, while Rajasthan look to turn momentum into the next leap up the table. The contest could swing rankings quickly.
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A social activist has threatened to lodge a complaint over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s participation in IPL 2026, alleging the Rajasthan Royals may have violated age-related rules. The allegation centers on whether permitting a 15-year-old to play in the cash-rich league flouts IPL regulations, potentially drawing scrutiny from the league’s governing council and franchise officials.
A rival bidder has publicly questioned the Rajasthan Royals ownership sale process, with US-based entrepreneur Kal Somani and his partners saying they were excluded despite leading the bid for six months. The consortium expressed deep disappointment as a Mittal family-led group secured a controlling stake for about $1.65 billion, triggering fresh questions over how the process was handled.
A Bengaluru activist has threatened to file an FIR against Rajasthan Royals, alleging “child labour” linked to 15-year-old IPL player Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The claim adds to a growing list of controversies around the teenager, who has already faced criticism for alleged “unprofessional” behavior and claims about an AI chip in his bat, keeping the IPL spotlight far beyond cricket.
The Mittal family and Adar Poonawalla are set to acquire a controlling 75% stake in the Rajasthan Royals in a deal valuing the IPL franchise at about $1.65 billion. The transaction also brings ownership of associated teams in South Africa and the Caribbean, and is expected to close in the third quarter of 2026.
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Rajasthan Royals’ proposed $1.63 billion buyout has been delayed as Kal Somani-led investor consortium struggles with funding, regulatory concerns, and due diligence gaps. Global partners are still lining up capital, but scrutiny from the BCCI over issues tied to earlier transactions has added uncertainty, pushing the process further beyond its original timeline.
Mohammad Kaif lavished praise on Delhi Capitals opener Pathum Nissanka after his explosive 62 off just 33 balls helped DC chase and seal a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals at Jaipur. In his reaction, Kaif highlighted how the knock could give Nissanka immense confidence going forward, framing it as a breakthrough impact at the top of the order.
Delhi Capitals pacer Kyle Jamieson opened up about his Jaipur contest with Rajasthan Royals opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. Despite thorough preparation, Jamieson said Sooryavanshi’s rising reputation and recent form created a different kind of pressure on the field. The DC quick noted it wasn’t just the matchup—it was the youngster’s momentum that unsettled him, even after years of experience.
Delhi Capitals pulled off a commanding seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals at Sawai Man Singh Stadium, Jaipur, in IPL 2026. The standout was opener KL Rahul, who not only powered DC in the chase but also logged a notable, unique milestone during the game. The result kept DC’s momentum rolling against a strong RR unit.
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Delhi Capitals beat Rajasthan Royals by seven wickets at Jaipur as IPL 2026 roared on May 1. But the spotlight shifted when DC’s Kyle Jamieson faced a penalty from match officials after an aggressive send-off to RR youngster Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The incident sparked scrutiny and added tension despite DC’s dominant win.
Delhi Capitals snapped a three-match losing streak with a dominant seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur. After the victory, KL Rahul emphasized that personal milestones are secondary to team success. He pointed to disciplined execution of the game plan, with key contributions from both the batting and bowling units sealing the win.
Riyan Parag’s 90 powered Rajasthan Royals, but Delhi Capitals held firm to win the match. Parag, amid vaping-related criticism, said his focus is on winning rather than silencing critics. The spotlight also returned to Mitchell Starc, who made a successful comeback for Delhi by taking three wickets as Rajasthan fell short.
Delhi Capitals ended a painful losing streak with a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur, completing a record-breaking chase of 226. In a pursuit that became their highest ever in IPL, KL Rahul and Pathum Nissanka laid the foundation early, while Riyan Parag’s 90 couldn’t prevent Rajasthan from falling short. The victory lifts Delhi up the table.
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Rajasthan Royals, riding momentum with six wins in nine matches, host Delhi Capitals at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on the day of their IPL 2026 clash. RR, led by Riyan Parag, look to extend their winning run, while DC, captained by Axar Patel and sitting seventh, fight to climb the table. The match airs on Star Sports Network and streams on JioHotstar.
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has been fined 25% of his match fee and handed a demerit point after vaping in the dressing room during an IPL game against Punjab Kings. Parag accepted the sanction, while the BCCI said it is reviewing whether further action is needed to protect the league’s image and enforce conduct rules.
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