“At 15, I couldn’t even…”: Amitabh Bachchan praises Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s sensational innings despite RR’s IPL exit

Amitabh Bachchan has expressed his support for teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi following Rajasthan Royals’ defeat to Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2 on Friday. Although the loss ended Rajasthan’s IPL campaign, the youngster’s performance became one of the most talked-about moments of the match.

A Knock That Stood Out

Despite the team’s exit, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a remarkable innings, showcasing maturity and confidence. The 15-year-old played a breathtaking knock, keeping his team’s hopes alive during the crucial game.

Emotional Aftermath

However, the defeat took an emotional toll on the young cricketer. Visuals of him sitting quietly in the dugout, struggling to hold back tears, quickly went viral and resonated deeply with fans across social media.

Amitabh Bachchan’s Heartfelt Reaction

Amitabh Bachchan shared an emotional message on X (formerly Twitter). Reflecting on the youngster’s extraordinary achievement at such a young age.

He wrote in Hindi: Sooryavanshi, The amazing 15-year-old Soorya. At that age, I couldn't even play marbles or gulli danda properly!!)

A Star in the Making

Sooryavanshi scored an impressive 96 runs off just 47 balls, earning widespread admiration for his fearless approach. Even though Rajasthan Royals bowed out of the tournament, the young cricketer’s performance has firmly established him as a rising star to watch.