The growing buzz around Vaibhav Sooryavanshi took an unexpected turn after a Pakistani cricket analyst made a bizarre yet tongue-in-cheek remark suggesting the teenage sensation might have an “AI chip” installed in him.
The comment came from Nauman Niaz, who expressed disbelief at the power and range displayed by the 15-year-old prodigy while playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
In a viral video clip, Niaz jokingly suggested that the youngster should be “tested in a lab,” comparing his performance levels to something beyond human capability.
“What is that boy! Like WADA does doping checks, he should be sent to some lab, he probably has some AI chip installed in him. He’s absolutely unreal, man. I’m having such high hopes. What a player he is,” Niaz said.
Tongue-In-Cheek Criticism Adds To Buzz
Niaz continued his humorous take by playfully critiquing one of Sooryavanshi’s innings against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
He joked that the youngster could have scored even faster.
“I think he played a little slow (against SRH), should’ve had a strike-rate of 300,” he said.
That remark came after Sooryavanshi smashed his second IPL century, reaching the milestone in just 36 balls and finishing the innings with a stunning strike-rate of 278.37, one of the fastest hundreds in IPL history.
Niaz also touched on physical development in teenage athletes, noting that players typically build strength and muscle mass as they grow older, suggesting the young cricketer still has significant potential to improve physically.
Social Media Reacts, Fans Troll Analyst
The clip quickly spread across social media platforms, sparking reactions from cricket fans across countries.
Many users criticised Niaz’s remarks, calling them unnecessary, while others viewed the comments as harmless humour reflecting amazement at Sooryavanshi’s extraordinary abilities.
Despite the debate, the young cricketer himself chose not to respond with criticism.
Sooryavanshi’s Humorous Reply Wins Hearts
Instead of reacting angrily, Sooryavanshi delivered a witty response in a video shared by his franchise, Rajasthan Royals.
𝘉𝘢𝘵 𝘱𝘦 𝘈𝘐 𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘱 𝘩𝘢𝘪 𝘬𝘺𝘢 𝘵𝘶𝘮𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦?
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) April 29, 2026
Vaibhav answers 😂💗 pic.twitter.com/uZcqABbaGS
With a smile, he responded in Hindi:
“Bhagwan ne laga ke diya hai. Upar hi bola tha ki bat mein tumhare kuch laga ke de raha hoon. Ussi ka istemaal kar raha hoon.”
(“God has installed it. He told me from above that He is putting something in my bat. I am just using that.”)
The playful reply quickly resonated with fans, reframing the discussion around his success as a product of natural talent and faith rather than controversy.
Extraordinary Numbers Behind The Hype
Beyond viral moments and social media chatter, Sooryavanshi’s performances have been backed by remarkable statistics.
The young opener made headlines when he debuted in the IPL at just 14 years and 23 days, becoming the youngest player in the tournament’s history. He made an instant impact by hitting his very first delivery for a six.
During the 2025 season, he scored a 37-ball century against Gujarat Titans, registering the fastest hundred by a teenager in IPL history.
IPL 2026: Records Continue To Fall
In the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Sooryavanshi has taken his performances to an entirely new level.
Key achievements so far include:
- 400 runs in nine matches
- Strike rate of 238.09
- Youngest and fastest player to reach 400 runs in a single IPL season by balls faced
- Achieved the milestone in 167 balls, surpassing the previous record of 188 balls held by Andre Russell during the 2019 season
- Became the fastest and youngest player to reach 1,000 T20 runs, achieving the feat in 473 balls
During his 36-ball century against Sunrisers Hyderabad, he also recorded the third-fastest century in IPL history, further cementing his reputation as one of the most explosive young batters in the game.
A Star In The Making
The hype surrounding Sooryavanshi may have sparked unusual jokes and viral reactions, but his performances on the field continue to do the real talking.
At just 15, he is already rewriting record books and drawing comparisons with some of the biggest power hitters in T20 cricket. If his current trajectory continues, many believe he could become one of the defining stars of the IPL era.