Another day, another record! Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scripts IPL history, becomes fastest to ...
Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi achieved a historic feat, becoming the fastest to 400 runs in an IPL season, needing just 167 balls. His explosive 43 off 16 deliveries set the stage for Rajasthan Royals' record chase of 223 against Punjab Kings. This remarkable performance cements his status as a rising star.
NEW DELHI: It was yet another record-breaking night for teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who continues to redefine T20 batting at just 15. The Rajasthan Royals prodigy became the fastest player in history to reach 400 runs in a single Indian Premier League season, achieving the milestone in just 167 balls during their clash against Punjab Kings. In doing so, Sooryavanshi shattered the previous record held by Andre Russell, who had taken 188 balls in 2019.
The youngster bettered that mark by a staggering 21 deliveries, underlining the extraordinary pace at which he has scored in IPL 2026. Sooryavanshi rewrites record books Sooryavanshi’s latest milestone came during a blistering 16-ball 43 that set the tone for Rajasthan Royals’ successful chase of 223. Walking in with intent, the left-hander launched an immediate assault, striking boundaries at will and taking on both pace and bounce with remarkable ease.
He began aggressively, taking apart Arshdeep Singh before unleashing audacious strokes against Lockie Ferguson, including towering sixes that electrified the contest. Though his stay was brief, the impact was immense. By the time he departed, caught off Arshdeep, the foundation for the chase had been firmly laid.
Fastest to 400 runs in an IPL season 167 balls - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi in 2026* 188 balls - Andre Russell in 2019 195 balls - Abhishek Sharma in 2024 197 balls - Nicholas Pooran in 2025 200 balls - Glenn Maxwell in 2014 Rajasthan Royals complete record chase Sooryavanshi’s opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal carried forward the momentum with a fluent 51, while Donovan Ferreira anchored the finish with an unbeaten 52. The duo, along with a late flourish from Shubham Dubey, powered Rajasthan home with four balls to spare, handing Punjab their first defeat of the season. “I really enjoyed batting with him… he’s playing amazing,” Jaiswal said, lauding the youngster’s fearless approach.