Patna: Rajasthan Royals’ young batting star Vaibhav Suryavanshi is making headlines in IPL 2026 for more than just his cricket. The talented youngster recently revealed that he watches cartoons before every match to stay calm and relaxed. In an interview, Vaibhav said this simple habit helps him reduce pressure and keeps his mind fresh before going out to bat. Fans were surprised by his answer, and the unique routine quickly became a hot topic on social media.
After the match, Vaibhav once again won hearts with his simple and honest words. Speaking in Bhojpuri, he said, “Agla match mein achha kare ke ba,” which means he wants to perform better in the next game. He also said the most important thing is to win matches and secure two points for Rajasthan Royals. Vaibhav’s simple nature and confidence have made him a fan favourite this season.
Even though Vaibhav did not play a big innings in the latest match, he still made history. He scored only 8 runs from 11 balls before being dismissed by Lucknow bowler Mohsin Khan while trying to hit a big shot. But during his short innings, he completed 500 runs in his IPL career. He reached the milestone in just 227 balls, making him the fastest player in IPL history to do so.
With this record, Vaibhav has gone past some of the biggest names in cricket. Glenn Maxwell took 260 balls to complete 500 IPL runs, Priyansh Arya needed 278 balls, and Virender Sehwag reached the mark in 280 deliveries. Vaibhav’s record shows his aggressive batting style and incredible strike rate. Cricket experts and fans are calling it a huge achievement for such a young player.
Another moment from the match also grabbed attention online. After Vaibhav got out, Lucknow team owner Sanjiv Goenka was seen taking out a picture of a deity from his pocket and touching it to his forehead. The camera captured the moment, and it soon went viral on social media. While Vaibhav’s bat did not shine in the match, his record and his simple personality kept him in the spotlight.
