Massive controversy! Vaibhav Sooryavanshi accused of using 'AI chip' in bat, probe demanded

India’s young sensation, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, is enjoying a dream season in the ongoing TATA Indian Premier League 2026 (TATA IPL 2026), but suddenly, an unexpected controversy broke out.

The 15-year-old batter has been smashing the world-class bowlers all over the ground without any fear in the ongoing IPL 2026 and winning hearts across the world with his blistering batting. Amidst his heroics for the Rajasthan Royals this season, bizarre claims have entered the picture.

Bizarre claims on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's fearless batting in IPL 2026

After his explosive hundred against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Jaipur, a shocking claim started doing the rounds. A well-known Pakistani analyst, Nauman Niaz, has sparked a massive controversy by raising doubts over Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s power-hitting in the ongoing IPL 2026.

Niaz feels the left-handed batter is too good for his age and called for some lab tests on the Indian sensation. The Pakistani analyst even hints that maybe some technology is helping him hit powerful and incredible shots. However, he hailed the RR opener’s technique and timing, saying his ability to play shots all around the ground makes him special.

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He probably used an AI chip in his bat: Pakistani analyst

Nauman Niaz said on a show called ‘SmashHit’: “Think about it. What is this kid? Get his bat checked. Like WADA conducts dope tests, send him to some lab. He probably used an AI chip in his bat. He is unreal. What a player. I did get a feeling he was playing a tad slow.

This made me think, what is this guy? When you’re 18, your body builds muscle, biceps, and triceps. This one is just 16. He was born when Virat Kohli was a world champion. He doesn’t have the power game as much as he has technique. He is a wristy player; plus, if you look at this arc, he used the full 360 degrees."

🚨 AI chip in Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's bat?

- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is batting like he’s got an AI chip installed. Frankly, just like we have doping tests, he should be tested too. This doesn’t look human. What a player he is!! Unreal! - Dr Nauman Niaz #TATAIPL #RRvsSRH #IPL2026 pic.twitter.com/xUZ4eg2iyU

— Tehseen Qasim (@Tehseenqasim) April 26, 2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi competes with big names in the Orange Cap race

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is competing with the biggest names like KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Abhishek Sharma, Heinrich Klaasen, and Shubman Gill in the game for the Orange Cap in the ongoing IPL 2026. With 357 runs in just eight matches, he is currently among the top scorers this season.

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In just one year, Vaibhav has done things that many players take years to achieve. He has scored runs across countries like England, Australia, and South Africa, and also played a big role in India winning the Under-19 World Cup earlier this year.

Carlos Brathwaite warns BCCI against rushing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi into Team India

Now, there have been massive calls for an India call-up after his power-hitting in the ongoing tournament. But Carlos Brathwaite has warned the BCCI against such calls, as he cited the example of former legendary batter of the West Indies, Brian Lara.

Brathwaite said, “I apologize, Vaibhav, but if you look at how the West Indies handled Brian Lara. He was a generational talent, everyone knew. So, what did the West Indies do? They put him in the mix with Viv Richards and whatnot, but he didn't play international cricket. That was a different time with loads of tour games, and he cut his teeth with the senior players without having made his debut. And then we know how his career went once he debuted.”