Vaibhav Suryavanshi continues to dominate headlines in the TATA IPL 2026 season after another explosive batting performance helped Rajasthan Royals defeat Lucknow Super Giants by seven wickets. Former Indian captain Anil Kumble now believes the youngster is capable of breaking Chris Gayle’s long-standing IPL record for most sixes in a single season.
Speaking on Star Sports’ ‘Amul Cricket Live’, Anil Kumble praised the maturity, power-hitting ability, and fearless mindset of the young Rajasthan Royals batter.
“I can see Vaibhav Suryavanshi breaking Gayle’s record and making history,” said Kumble.
Currently, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has smashed 53 sixes this season, while Chris Gayle’s all-time IPL record stands at 59 sixes in a single edition.
Loading ...Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Six-Hitting Ability Impresses Everyone
According to Anil Kumble, one of the biggest strengths of Vaibhav Suryavanshi is his ability to clear the boundary effortlessly, especially over the cover region — a shot very few players can consistently execute in T20 cricket.
Kumble highlighted how the youngster repeatedly attacked spinner Digvesh Rathi during the match against LSG and showed exceptional composure despite the enormous attention around him.
IPL 2026 Sixes Record Watch
| Player | Season | Sixes |
|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle | IPL 2013 | 59 |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | IPL 2026 | 53* |
With Rajasthan Royals still alive in the playoff race, Vaibhav could get several more matches to surpass the historic milestone.
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Dhruv Jurel Provides Stability to Rajasthan Royals
Anil Kumble also praised Dhruv Jurel for playing a crucial supporting role in the Rajasthan Royals batting lineup.
While Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi attack aggressively during the powerplay, Jurel has become the stabilizing presence in the middle order.
Kumble pointed out that Jurel has already scored five half-centuries this season, making him one of RR’s most consistent batters in IPL 2026.
Rajasthan Royals Key Batters This Season
| Player | Role | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | Opener | Aggressive power-hitting |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | Opener | Fast starts in powerplay |
| Dhruv Jurel | No.3 Batter | Stability and consistency |
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Yashasvi Jaiswal’s Quickfire Knock Changed the Match
Chasing a massive total of 220 runs, Rajasthan Royals needed a powerful start. While Vaibhav Suryavanshi initially took time to settle, Yashasvi Jaiswal attacked the bowlers from the very beginning.
His quick 43-run innings reduced the pressure on Vaibhav and allowed the youngster to build his innings carefully before launching a brutal assault on the LSG bowling attack.
Kumble described this partnership as an example of excellent understanding between two modern T20 openers.
KKR vs MI: Anil Kumble Predicts Tough Battle
Looking ahead to the crucial clash between Kolkata Knight Riders and Mumbai Indians, Anil Kumble warned KKR not to underestimate Mumbai Indians.
He praised:
- Varun Chakaravarthy
- Rinku Singh
- Sunil Narine
- Finn Allen
for helping KKR regain momentum in recent matches.
Kumble also suggested KKR could use Sunil Narine early in the innings if Rohit Sharma remains at the crease during the powerplay.
Can Vaibhav Suryavanshi Create IPL History?
The remaining matches of IPL 2026 could become historic for Rajasthan Royals fans. With only a few sixes separating Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Chris Gayle’s legendary record, all eyes will now be on the young sensation.
If Rajasthan Royals qualify for the playoffs, the teenager could get enough opportunities to rewrite IPL history and establish himself as one of the most destructive batters the tournament has ever seen.
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