IPL 2026: Jos Buttler shows class with special gift for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi - Watch
Jos Buttler gifted his bat to teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after the IPL 2026 clash between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans. Sooryavanshi impressed with a quickfire 36, and Buttler previously lauded him as the best batter he'd seen at that age. Despite RR's loss, the gesture highlighted the growing respect for the young prodigy.
After the IPL 2026 clash between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans, former RR star Jos Buttler once again won hearts with a touching gesture towards teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi by gifting him his bat after the match. Vaibhav has emerged as one of the standout performers of IPL 2026 with his fearless batting for Rajasthan Royals. Even Rajasthan Royals lost against Gujarat Titans, the 15-year-old dazzled with a quickfire 36 off just 16 balls at a strike rate of 225, smashing three fours and three sixes.
This was not the first heartwarming interaction between Buttler and the youngster this season. Earlier during their first meeting, the England star was seen sharing an emotional moment with Vaibhav, where he showered praise on the teenager and described him as the best batter he had seen at that age. “I said don’t get him too excited, but he’s the best player I’ve ever seen at this age.
Imagine where he’ll be at 21 or 25, the world at his feet. He’s so good to watch,” Buttler had said in a video shared by Rajasthan Royals. He had also praised Vaibhav’s fearless approach and reminded him of his stunning performances during the Under-19 World Cup.
“You broke English hearts in the U19 World Cup. It’s awesome. You’re playing so well, keep it up.