“It’s Shocking to See Him Play Like This!” Hardik Pandya Praises Prodigy Vaibhav Despite Defeat

The Barsapara Cricket Stadium in Guwahati witnessed a batting masterclass from a 15-year-old sensation as Vaibhav Suryavanshi tore apart the Mumbai Indians’ bowling attack. Partnering with Yashasvi Jaiswal, the young prodigy left seasoned veterans like Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult searching for answers, leading Rajasthan Royals to their third consecutive victory of the season.

Chasing a rain-adjusted target, the opening duo unleashed a brutal assault, racing to 80 runs in just 4.6 overs. The standout moment of the night was Vaibhav hitting the world-class Jasprit Bumrah for a massive six on the very first ball he faced. This fearless approach ensured Rajasthan cruised to a comfortable win in the rain-shortened encounter.

Post-match, Mumbai skipper Hardik Pandya was full of praise for the youngster despite his team’s loss. “Watching a 15 or 16-year-old play with such fearlessness is truly remarkable. His confidence and shot selection are top-notch,” Hardik remarked. However, Pandya didn’t hold back on criticizing his own bowlers, stating that the bowling unit failed to execute their plans under pressure. While Mumbai’s batters posted a solid 123 in 11 overs, the explosive start provided by Vaibhav and Yashasvi snatched the game away from them.

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