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International Cricket Board Announces They Have Solution To Dismiss Vaibhav Soor – IPL 2026: Iceland Cricket’s Humorous Take on Stopping Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Tanay Hughes · · 4 min read

The cricketing world has been set ablaze by the sensational performances of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 15-year-old batting prodigy from Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2026. Match after match, Sooryavanshi has captivated fans and left opponents in awe with his fearless and destructive batting style. His incredible talent has not only dominated headlines but has also sparked a humorous debate among cricket experts and boards alike on how to possibly contain this unstoppable force.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s Eliminator Masterclass

In a high-stakes Eliminator clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad on May 27, Sooryavanshi once again delivered a performance for the ages. Under immense pressure, the young sensation played one of the most destructive innings ever witnessed in the history of the Indian Premier League. He smashed an astonishing 97 runs off just 29 balls, showcasing an unbelievable strike rate of 334.48. This blistering knock brought him tantalizingly close to registering the fastest century in the tournament’s history, a record currently held by Chris Gayle for his 30-ball hundred.

While he narrowly missed out on the milestone, falling just three runs short, Sooryavanshi’s innings cemented his reputation as a generational talent capable of turning games on their head in mere overs. His ability to accelerate from the very first ball and find boundaries with audacious ease has left even the most seasoned bowlers scratching their heads.

Dominating the Orange Cap Race in IPL 2026

Beyond individual match-winning performances, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has maintained remarkable consistency throughout IPL 2026, firmly establishing himself at the top of the Orange Cap standings. In 15 matches this season, the dynamic Rajasthan Royals batter has amassed a staggering 680 runs at an impressive average of 45.33. What truly sets him apart, however, is his mind-boggling strike rate of 242.85, an unprecedented figure for a batter with such a high volume of runs.

His season tally includes a magnificent century and four well-compiled half-centuries, demonstrating his versatility and ability to play both explosive and anchoring roles when required. Sooryavanshi’s insatiable hunger for runs has also seen him smash 55 fours and an unbelievable 65 sixes, illustrating his preference for clearing the ropes. These statistics paint a clear picture of a player who is not only scoring heavily but doing so with an aggressive intent that consistently puts opposition bowlers under pressure.

While Sooryavanshi leads the chart, other prominent batters have also had strong seasons. Gujarat Titans’ B Sai Sudharsan sits second with 652 runs from 15 matches at an average of 46.57 and a strike rate of 157.86. Following him is Heinrich Klaasen, who has scored 624 runs in 15 matches at an average of 48.00. Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill has also been among the runs, making 618 runs in 14 games. However, none have matched the sheer dominance and strike rate of the young Royals’ star.

The New Six-Hitting King: Surpassing Chris Gayle

One of the most remarkable aspects of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s batting style is his extraordinary ability to hit sixes. With a current tally of 65 sixes, he has now set a new benchmark for the highest number of sixes ever hit in a single IPL season. This monumental achievement sees him surpass the iconic record previously held by the ‘Universe Boss’ Chris Gayle, who smashed 59 sixes for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2012 season.

Gayle’s legendary 2012 campaign saw him score 733 runs at a strike rate of 160.74, a performance that was considered revolutionary at the time. However, Sooryavanshi has not only eclipsed Gayle’s six-hitting record but has also done so while maintaining an even more astonishing level of attacking cricket, with his strike rate touching nearly 243. This feat solidifies his status as a modern-day pioneer in T20 cricket, redefining what is possible with the bat and earning him the moniker of the ‘New Six-Hitting King’.

Iceland Cricket’s Humorous ‘Solution’ to Stop Sooryavanshi

With bowlers and tacticians worldwide struggling to devise a strategy to contain Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the conversation has naturally shifted towards hypothetical solutions. Adding a touch of humor to this serious cricketing dilemma, Iceland Cricket, known for its witty and engaging social media presence, light-heartedly joined the discussion. Following Sooryavanshi’s latest destructive knock, the board put forth a rather unconventional proposal.

In a post that quickly went viral across various social media platforms, Iceland Cricket humorously claimed,

Tanay Hughes

Tanay Hughes is a senior cricket correspondent for the Daily FT, Sri Lanka’s leading financial daily. Of Burgher descent, Hughes grew up steeped in the island’s rich literary and cricketing traditions. He covers the national team, the World Test Championship, and the domestic circuit with a special focus on spin bowling and the transformation of cricket infrastructure after the civil war. His work also explores the business side of the sport, including broadcasting deals and the financial pressures on smaller Test-playing nations. A Colombo native and University of Colombo graduate, Hughes is a regular voice on Sri Lankan television panels and contributes to The Cricketer and Wisden online.