Rajat Patidar’s Playful Gesture Towards Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Goes Viral After RR vs RCB Clash
Rajasthan Royals’ teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shared a light-hearted moment with Royal Challengers Bengaluru captain Rajat Patidar following their IPL 2026 encounter on Friday, a clip that has quickly gone viral on social media.
The 15-year-old was the standout performer in the match, smashing a breathtaking 78 off just 26 deliveries to power Rajasthan Royals to a six-wicket victory over RCB. His explosive innings once again drew widespread praise from fans and cricket experts.
Viral On-Field Interaction After the Match
In a video circulating online, Sooryavanshi was seen interacting with RCB wicketkeeper Jitesh Sharma when Patidar walked up and playfully grabbed him by the neck in a friendly gesture. The moment quickly turned into laughter between the players, highlighting the camaraderie despite the high-intensity contest.
The interaction has since gone viral, with fans reacting positively to the friendly exchange between the young RR star and the RCB skipper.
Sooryavanshi’s Match-Winning Impact
On the field, Sooryavanshi produced a destructive knock that set the tone for Rajasthan Royals’ successful chase. His fearless strokeplay dismantled the RCB bowling attack, with 15 of his 26 deliveries going for boundaries.
He also formed a crucial start that left RCB under pressure early in the innings. Despite a brief middle-order wobble, Rajasthan comfortably chased down the target, showcasing the impact of the youngster’s aggressive approach.
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Patidar Admits RR Batting Made the Difference
Speaking after the match, Patidar acknowledged that despite RCB posting a strong total of 200-plus, they were outplayed by RR’s aggressive batting lineup—especially Sooryavanshi’s powerplay assault.
“Everyone would have loved seeing Vaibhav bat. The way Vaibhav and Yashasvi bat, it feels like the wicket isn’t doing much,” Patidar said.
He added that RR’s early dominance in the chase was decisive and admitted that his team had several takeaways from the match.
RR Continue Winning Momentum
Rajasthan Royals’ win was powered by Sooryavanshi’s blitz and supported by strong contributions across the lineup, further strengthening their position in the tournament. The viral post-match moment between Patidar and Sooryavanshi added a lighter, more entertaining dimension to an otherwise one-sided contest.
