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Most sixes in an IPL season, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi enters elite list

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continues his record-breaking IPL 2026 season, climbing the all-time six-hitting charts with fearless batting for Rajasthan Royals.

By Aritra Chatterjee

May 20, 2026 00:19 IST

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s IPL 2026 campaign is no longer just a breakthrough season — it has become one of the most exciting batting performances of the tournament. The young Rajasthan Royals batter has impressed with his fearless approach, powerful hitting, and ability to dominate bowlers under pressure. Against Lucknow Super Giants, the 15-year-old once again delivered a stunning knock, scoring 93 off just 38 balls and helping RR stay alive in the playoff race.

Sooryavanshi’s season has stood out because of the speed at which he has scored runs and broken records. He recently became the first Indian batter to hit 50 sixes in a single IPL season, placing him among the most destructive batters in the competition’s history. Several of his milestones have even come quicker than former IPL great Chris Gayle, highlighting the remarkable impact he has made in such a short time.

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More importantly, Sooryavanshi has changed the Rajasthan Royals’ batting approach this season. His aggressive starts in the powerplay have regularly given the team early momentum and put opposition bowlers under pressure. Despite his young age, he has shown maturity, confidence, and consistency in crucial matches.

At just 15, Sooryavanshi is already emerging as one of the biggest stars of IPL 2026. His fearless batting and record-breaking performances have not only strengthened Rajasthan Royals’ campaign but also marked him out as one of Indian cricket’s brightest young talents for the future.

Most sixes hit by a player in an IPL season

Chris Gayle- 59 (2012)

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi- 53* (2026)

Andre Russell- 52 (2019)

Chris Gayle- 51 (2013)

Jos Buttler- 45 (2022)

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