The 15-year-old opener produced a jaw-dropping knock of 97 runs off just 29 balls, powering Rajasthan Royals to a massive total of 243/8 in a knockout encounter. His breathtaking innings featured five boundaries and a staggering 12 sixes, leaving cricket fans and experts stunned.
Sooryavanshi narrowly missed out on a century but still managed to shatter multiple long-standing IPL records during one of the greatest playoff knocks the tournament has ever witnessed.
Sooryavanshi Breaks Chris Gayle’s All-Time IPL Sixes Record
The teenage left-hander now holds the record for the most sixes hit in a single IPL season. With his brutal assault against Hyderabad, Sooryavanshi’s six tally climbed to 65 maximums this season, surpassing the legendary Chris Gayle, who had smashed 59 sixes during the 2012 IPL season.
The record had stood untouched for 14 years before the Rajasthan Royals youngster rewrote history.
Fastest IPL Playoff Fifty Record Equalled
Sooryavanshi reached his half-century in just 16 deliveries, equalling the record for the fastest fifty ever scored in an IPL playoff match.
The feat was previously achieved by Suresh Raina during Chennai Super Kings’ Qualifier 2 clash against Punjab Kings in IPL 2014.
His innings completely dismantled Hyderabad’s bowling attack during the Powerplay overs and shifted momentum firmly in Rajasthan’s favour.
Nine Major Records Broken During Historic Knock
The sensational innings saw Sooryavanshi rewrite the IPL record books in dramatic fashion.
1. Most Sixes In A Single IPL Season
Sooryavanshi now has 65 sixes in IPL 2026, overtaking Chris Gayle’s previous record of 59 sixes from IPL 2012.
2. Fastest Fifty In IPL Playoff History
His 16-ball fifty equalled Suresh Raina’s long-standing playoff record.
3. Second-Most IPL Fifties Under 20 Balls
This was Sooryavanshi’s fifth IPL half-century completed in under 20 deliveries. Only Abhishek Sharma has more such fifties with six.
4. Most Sixes In Powerplay Overs
Eight of his 12 sixes came inside the first six overs — the highest ever in an IPL innings during the Powerplay.
5. Most Powerplay Runs In An IPL Season
The youngster has now scored 490 runs in Powerplay overs this season, surpassing David Warner’s previous IPL record of 467 runs set in 2016.
6. Joint-Most Innings With 10+ Sixes
Sooryavanshi now has four IPL innings featuring 10 or more sixes, equalling Chris Gayle’s all-time record.
7. Most Sixes In IPL Playoff History
His 12 sixes against Hyderabad are now the most hit by any batter in an IPL playoff or knockout match. The previous record belonged to Shubman Gill, who smashed 10 sixes for Gujarat Titans in 2023.
8. Most Sixes By An Indian Batter In One IPL Innings
The 15-year-old now holds the Indian record for most sixes in a single IPL innings.
9. Most Runs By An Uncapped Player In IPL History
Sooryavanshi’s tally for IPL 2026 has climbed to 680 runs, overtaking teammate Yashasvi Jaiswal’s previous uncapped-player record of 625 runs from IPL 2023.
Rajasthan Royals Find Their New Superstar
What makes Sooryavanshi’s season even more extraordinary is his age. At just 15, he has emerged as the face of Rajasthan Royals’ batting lineup and one of the biggest breakout stars in world cricket.
The youngster has consistently dominated bowling attacks throughout IPL 2026, often outperforming senior international stars with fearless strokeplay and remarkable composure under pressure.
His explosive batting has already drawn comparisons with some of the greatest T20 power-hitters in cricket history, including Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers.
IPL 2026 Witnessing Rise Of A Global Cricket Phenomenon
Sooryavanshi’s unbelievable playoff performance further strengthens his growing reputation as one of the most exciting young talents the IPL has ever produced.
With records tumbling almost every game, the Rajasthan Royals prodigy is rapidly becoming one of the biggest talking points in global cricket — and at just 15 years old, his journey is only beginning.