Rajasthan RoyalsYoung sensation Vibhu Suryavanshi is one of the biggest talking points of IPL 2026, but the head coach Kumar Sangakkara Emphasizes patience and perspective around the age of 15. Like after lighting up the tournament with fearless strokes against the top bowlers Jasprit Bumrah And Josh Hazlewood, Suryavanshi faced a reality check when he fell for a golden duck against Sunrisers Hyderabad by Purflingh. “My message to Vaibhav is simple: enjoy everything. Whether it’s 100 off 35 balls, 50 off 15, or a first-ball duck – you’re allowed to score, and you’re allowed to fail. That’s part and parcel of cricket,” Sangakkara said, addressing the expectations surrounding the youngster. The Royals coach emphasized that Suryavanshi’s rise is not just about talent. “Vaibhu is an exciting young player. People talk about talent, but they also have to understand how much he does at the net. He reads the game really well, assesses the situation and plans effectively against the bowlers. Suryavanshi, who scored a brilliant 175 in India’s U-19 World Cup triumph earlier this year, has carried that momentum into the IPL. He declared 52 runs in 17 balls against him. Chennai Super Kings And has maintained an astonishing strike rate of over 263 in five innings. His fearless style was evident from the start, hitting Bumrah for a first-ball six and then attacking Hazlewood with boundaries. On his recent setback, Sangakkara remained unconcerned. “The nature of opening in T20 cricket today is an all-out attack. He will figure it out as he goes along. For a player like that, sometimes the less said, the better. I just want him to be a 15-year-old kid who goes out and bats with a sense of wonder. That’s how he will truly develop. Low scores will be with him, but I’m happy with everyone, and I’m proud.”“ Sangakkara also had special praise for Dhru Jural, who has impressed at No.3. His unbeaten 81 in pursuit of 200-plus against RCB underscored his growing importance. “He’s always had a focus on scoring — he’s a high-willed player. He’s not a big man, but he’s strong and has both power and skill. For Dhruv now, he has a clear idea of his path for RR and possibly India. That clarity has freed him to play with more freedom.” Meanwhile, Captain Ryan Prague The run search continues, though Sangakkara believes the performance is better than the numbers. “I think the good thing is when I see Ryan batting, he’s batting really well. He’s hitting the ball in the middle and knows where he wants it to go. There are days when you’re batting well but just not getting runs. So it’s good that it’s happening now.” Rajasthan Royals, who suffered their first defeat in five matches after a great chase by Praful Henge and Saqib Hussain, will now look to bounce back against Kolkata Knight Riders on Sunday.
