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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stunning knock powered Rajasthan Royals to a thrilling 6-wicket win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2026. After RCB posted 201/8, RR chased the target in just 18 overs. Most importantly, Dhruv Jurel’s unbeaten finish turned a brilliant start into a memorable victory.
🔥 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gives RR a flying start
Rajasthan Royals started the chase with positive intent. Initially, Yashasvi Jaiswal scored quickly. However, it was Vaibhav Sooryavanshi who completely changed the game.
The youngster smashed 78 off just 26 deliveries. His innings included 8 fours and 7 sixes. Moreover, he scored at a remarkable strike rate of 300.
Right from the start, Vaibhav attacked the RCB bowlers. As a result, RR moved well ahead of the required rate.
💥 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s powerplay blitz shifts momentum
The powerplay proved to be the key phase of the chase.
Vaibhav took on Josh Hazlewood and Bhuvneshwar Kumar without hesitation. Meanwhile, RCB kept changing the field. Nevertheless, Vaibhav continued to find boundaries.
Because of his fearless batting, RR dominated the early overs. Therefore, the middle order walked in with almost no pressure.
🚀 Dhruv Jurel builds on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s start
After Vaibhav’s dismissal, Dhruv Jurel carried the momentum forward.
He played a composed yet attacking innings of 81 off 43 balls*. At first, Jurel focused on strike rotation. Then, once the chase settled, he accelerated at the right moment.
In addition, Ravindra Jadeja supported him well with an unbeaten 24.
🏏 Match Scorecard
🔴 Royal Challengers Bengaluru – 201/8 (20)
RCB started steadily. However, they lost Philip Salt on the first ball. After that, Virat Kohli counterattacked quickly, while Rajat Patidar anchored the innings. Later, Venkatesh Iyer and Romario Shepherd added valuable runs in the final overs. As a result, RCB reached 201.
Top Batters:
- Rajat Patidar – 63 (40)
- Virat Kohli – 32 (16)
- Venkatesh Iyer – 29* (15)
- Romario Shepherd – 22 (11)
Top RR Bowlers:
- Jofra Archer – 2/33
- Ravi Bishnoi – 2/32
- Brijesh Sharma – 2/37
- Ravindra Jadeja – 1/14
🩷 Rajasthan Royals – 202/4 (18)
RR began the chase aggressively. Then, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi completely shifted the momentum with a fearless assault. Meanwhile, Dhruv Jurel held one end firmly. Eventually, RR crossed the line with ease.
Top Batters:
- Dhruv Jurel – 81* (43)
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – 78 (26)
- Ravindra Jadeja – 24* (25)
Top RCB Bowlers:
- Josh Hazlewood – 2/44
- Krunal Pandya – 2/30
🏆 Result
Eventually, Rajasthan Royals won by 6 wickets
⭐ Player of the Match
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi – 78 (26)
⭐ Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Jurel seal RR win
Jurel and Jadeja calmly finished the chase. Eventually, Rajasthan crossed the line with two overs to spare.
This partnership highlighted RR’s batting depth. More importantly, it showed their ability to chase big totals under pressure.
🔥 RCB’s 201 not enough against Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Earlier in the match, RCB posted 201/8 in 20 overs.
Virat Kohli gave them a quick start. After that, Rajat Patidar played a captain’s knock. Later, the lower order added important runs.
However, RR’s explosive chase made the total look below par.
