Ravichandran Ashwin But is highly appreciated Rajasthan Royals Teenage sensation Vibhu Suryavanshi said he would not be surprised to see the young batsman represent India in all three formats in the future.Ashwin made the comments on JioHotstar after Rajasthan Royals’ 77-run defeat against Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2026 clash in Jaipur on Saturday. Despite RR’s heavy loss, Vaibhav once again grabbed attention with his fearless batting style and aggressive intent at the top of the order.
Vibhu Suryavanshi has emerged as the biggest breakout star of IPL 2026, delivering sensational performances for Rajasthan Royals at just 15 years of age. So far this season, Vaibhav has scored 440 runs in 11 matches at an average of 40.00 and a phenomenal strike rate of 236.56, making him RR’s highest run-scorer. His highest score came against Sunrisers Hyderabad with 103 off just 37 balls, the second fastest IPL century by an Indian batsman.The young sensation has broken many records during his brilliant campaign. He became the fastest player in IPL history to reach 400 runs in a season, achieving the milestone in just 167 balls. He also set a new record of 32 maximum sixes in a single season in the IPL Powerplay.Vibhu recently became the youngest and fastest batsman to hit 100 T20 sixes, reaching the milestone in just 514 balls. In his latest outing against Gujarat Titans, he once again displayed his fearless batting style with a 16-ball 36, including a first-ball six.The former India spinner described the 15-year-old as a “box office player” and praised the confidence and fun factor he exudes every time he comes out to bat.“He is leaving no stone unturned, putting every ounce of energy he has into the cricket ball. The way he played, even in the U-19 World Cup final, put everything together, he looks like a box office player. There are very few windows in your cricket career where you can enjoy your cricket, and he is only 15. I think we should not allow him to do anything. Not at this stage of his career.” JioStar expert Ashwin said.Highlighting the attacking mentality of the youngster, Ashwin said Suryavanshi has the qualities to succeed in all formats for India.“He’s taking every bowler down. I wouldn’t mind seeing him in a Test match, and I wouldn’t mind seeing him in all three formats of the game. Take him to the cricket grounds, bring people along, because he’s going to entertain you.”
