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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the young player from Rajasthan Royals who has been in the news for the past two months, has taken Indian cricket by storm. Not only is he a genuine run-getter, but his strike rate has also made him a highly impactful cricketer.
The Rajasthan Royals are into the second knockout game this season after having crushed the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the eliminator played at the New PCA Stadium in New Chandigarh. The Royals have largely credited young Sooryavanshi for their success, and several greats of the game couldn't agree more.
However, this time it's not his batting assaults but his inner child that has brought him back under the spotlight. The article features a heartwarming interview in which the legendary star revealed his personal favourites, from his cheat meal to his pastime.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reveals 'watching cartoons' in free time; the 15-year-old's real side revealed
The Rajasthan Royals would not have even realised that they had set their hands on gold when they bought the 13-year-old kid for INR 1.1 crore in the IPL 2025 mega-auction. However, the kid left no stone unturned to prove his real worth to the world.
Putting aside his game, he indulged in a recent interview with ESPNcricinfo, where he was asked about his favourite food as well as his cheat meal. To this, the 15-year-old, for the first time, reflected on his inner child.
Though he said that as far as likings are concerned, he loves to eat all types of home-cooked food, yet he revealed his favourite food in the form of a cheat meal. "As far as cheat meals are concerned, I love eating ice cream," said Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
He was then asked about his favourite pastime, and he revealed that he loves to watch cartoons whenever he wants to feel relaxed. "I just sit back in my room and watch my favourite cartoons. It also reminds me of my home, and I realise I'm still a kid," said the RR youngster.
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reveals his biggest secret as a genuine six-hitter
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's six-hitting record is one of the best in terms of the modern T20 game. He hits sixes with ease, and clearing the fence is a cakewalk for the promising prodigy. Vaibhav has already smashed a record 65 sixes so far in a season and averages over four sixes per game.
Citing his six-hitting prowess, the ESPN presenter questioned him about the real secret behind his sublime six-hitting ability. To this, he revealed he is focused more on practising the game than anything else.
"I have been working hard since childhood and will continue to work hard in the future as well. My dream is to work hard and play good cricket and represent India at some point in my career," said the RR wonder kid.
Will it be another Vaibhav Sooryavanshi special against GT tonight?
Every time the 15-year-old star kid enters the ground, he is one of the major concerns for the bowling units. Though the GT lineup comprises several world-class bowlers, Sooryavanshi is not affected by such thoughts.
He is fearless and unstoppable on the ball. Vaibhav will once again be a nightmare for the bowlers at the New PCA Stadium after witnessing his carnage at this very ground against a formidable SRH bowling attack.
Playing against GT, Sooryavanshi has a promising record, having amassed scores of 101 (38 balls), 31 (18 balls), and 36 (16 balls) in the three times he has clashed against the Titans since his debut in 2025. It's another knockout and another bid day for young Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
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