{"id":12750,"date":"2026-05-28T04:13:05","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T04:13:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1win.za.com\/ipl\/sooryavanshis-97-off-29-powers-rr-in-ipl-2026-eliminator-vs-srh"},"modified":"2026-05-28T04:13:05","modified_gmt":"2026-05-28T04:13:05","slug":"sooryavanshis-97-off-29-powers-rr-in-ipl-2026-eliminator-vs-srh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/1win.za.com\/ipl\/sooryavanshis-97-off-29-powers-rr-in-ipl-2026-eliminator-vs-srh","title":{"rendered":"Sooryavanshi\u2019s 97 off 29 powers RR in IPL 2026 Eliminator vs SRH"},"content":{"rendered":"

Rajasthan Royals marched into the next stage of the IPL 2026 campaign after a dominant Eliminator win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivering a vintage batting display. The teenage opener powered Rajasthan to a huge total and then capped the night with explosive finishing, smashing 97 off just 29 deliveries. After the match, Dhruv Jurel outlined the fearless mindset he believes has been driving Sooryavanshi\u2019s rapid rise.<\/p>\n

Rajasthan\u2019s barrage sets the tone<\/h2>\n
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  1. In a high-scoring Eliminator at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Stadium in Mullanpur, Rajasthan Royals overpowered Sunrisers Hyderabad by 47 runs.<\/li>\n
  2. Sooryavanshi once again took centre stage for RR, dismantling the SRH bowling attack with a brutal knock that included 12 sixes and five fours.<\/li>\n
  3. Rajasthan posted 243\/8, giving their bowlers a defendable but still imposing target in the knockout contest.<\/li>\n
  4. Jurel, too, played his part by contributing a brisk half-century to complement Sooryavanshi\u2019s assault.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Jurel explains Sooryavanshi\u2019s \u201cno-doubt\u201d batting approach<\/h2>\n

    Speaking after the match, Jurel described what he sees as the key to Sooryavanshi\u2019s consistency at such a young age. He said the youngster doesn\u2019t overthink his plans and instead relies on preparation and self-belief every time he walks in.<\/p>\n

    \u201cThe best thing about Vaibhav is that he doesn\u2019t plan too much because he practices a lot and always backs himself. Every time he goes out to bat, he believes in his ability. He never has that shadow of doubt that he can\u2019t do it,\u201d Jurel said at the post-match press conference.<\/p>\n

    Jurel also explained that Sooryavanshi\u2019s focus is narrow and precise\u2014he concentrates on the ball rather than getting distracted by the bowler\u2019s reputation or role. He pointed out how young players often get drawn toward the bowler, but Sooryavanshi sticks to the basics.<\/p>\n

    \u201cWhen you start cricket, coaches tell you to watch the ball, not the bowler. But as youngsters, we always end up watching the bowler. Vaibhav only watches the ball, that\u2019s his mantra. He doesn\u2019t give a damn about any bowler. He just wants to play the ball. That\u2019s all,\u201d Jurel added.<\/p>\n

    RR defend 244 and finish the job<\/h2>\n
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    1. With a target of 244 to defend, Rajasthan Royals struck early, restricting SRH to 57\/4 inside the powerplay.<\/li>\n
    2. Ishan Kishan briefly steadied the innings, scoring 33 off 11 balls, but the momentum couldn\u2019t be sustained.<\/li>\n
    3. Jofra Archer led the charge with figures of 3\/58, while Nandre Burger contributed 2\/26 as the pressure continued to build.<\/li>\n
    4. Sunrisers Hyderabad were eventually bowled out for 196 in 19.2 overs, handing Rajasthan a commanding Eliminator triumph by 47 runs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Sooryavanshi\u2019s 97 off 29, backed by a near-flawless knockout performance from the Royals\u2019 bowling unit, ensured RR moved one step closer to a second IPL title\u2014while the 15-year-old\u2019s fearless brand of batting continues to turn heads across the league.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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