Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's viral handshake with Kavya Maran after RR's 47-run win — The heartwarming moment everyone's talking about
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s post-match handshake with SRH owner Kavya Maran went viral after Rajasthan Royals’ 47-run win. Watch the video and read the complete news here.
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Rajasthan Royals produced a dominant performance against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL 2026 Eliminator, securing a convincing 47-run victory. The clash was expected to be a closely fought contest because of the explosive batting line-ups on both sides. Still, Rajasthan completely took control of the game, thanks to a sensational innings from 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi.
The young left-hander from Bihar not only grabbed attention for his stunning 97-run knock but also won hearts with his humble gesture after the match. His fearless batting impressed fans and experts alike, while his warm handshake and interaction with Kavya Maran near the boundary ropes quickly went viral across social media platforms.
Fans praised the youngster for his humility, grounded nature, and respect for seniors despite his rapidly growing fame. The heartwarming moment added another memorable chapter to an already unforgettable night for the teenage sensation. Watch the special viral video here.
The handshake clip RR fans are sharing non-stop — What made it special
The post-match moment between Rajasthan Royals’Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and SRH owner Kavya Maran has gone viral across social media. After the match, Kavya was seen congratulating RR players near the boundary ropes, where she met the teenage sensation and exchanged a warm, respectful handshake with him. The simple yet emotional interaction quickly became one of the most talked-about clips from the Eliminator.
Fans widely shared the video, praising the young batter for staying calm and grounded despite his match-winning performance on a big stage. His smile and respectful gesture earned appreciation online, with many calling the moment “pure,” “classy,” and truly heartwarming.
The SRH owner, despite a tough evening as her team struggled in a massive chase, still took a moment to acknowledge the youngster’s brilliant knock. Their brief exchange after the game highlighted mutual respect, turning a difficult night for SRH into a memorable sporting moment.
RR crush SRH by 47 runs — Sooryavanshi's performance that silenced the critics
For most of the evening, Sunrisers Hyderabad looked completely out of answers against Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. SRH captain Pat Cummins kept rotating his bowlers, changing field placements, and constantly discussing plans with his teammates in an attempt to stop the teenage batter. One over brought yorkers at the stumps, the next featured sharp bouncers, followed by slower balls, cutters, and wider lines outside off stump.
Despite all the variations, the Rajasthan Royals’ opener continued to find boundaries with ease. The 15-year-old batted with remarkable freedom and confidence, never allowing the bowlers to settle. Full deliveries were sent straight back over the sightscreen, short balls were pulled behind square, and anything on his pads was comfortably whipped into the stands.
His explosive knock completely shifted the momentum in the Rajasthan Royals’ favour. Sooryavanshi smashed 12 sixes and five boundaries, narrowly missing out on a historic century. Even Cummins, known for his calm leadership, appeared visibly frustrated as the innings slipped away from SRH.
He eventually fell for 97 off just 29 balls, striking at over 334 and coming just three runs short of the fastest IPL century. Later, Jofra Archer’s brilliance with the ball ensured Rajasthan Royals maintained control, as they went on to register a dominant 47-run victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Eliminator.
Kavya Maran's gracious gesture after a heavy loss is winning hearts online
While Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the spotlight with his brilliant knock in Mullanpur, Kavya Maran’s reactions from the stands also became a major talking point on social media. Cameras repeatedly showed the Sunrisers Hyderabad owner looking emotional as her team’s bowling attack struggled and wickets kept falling during the massive chase.
Jofra Archer’s fiery opening spell further pushed SRH on the back foot, as Hyderabad collapsed to 57 for 4 inside the first five overs while chasing a huge target of 244. From there, the match slipped completely out of their control, leaving Kavya Maran watching a difficult evening unfold for her team.
By the second half of the innings, SRH’s campaign in IPL 2026 had all but ended, with the team unable to recover from the early damage. Kavya could only watch as Rajasthan Royals maintained full control and closed in on a dominant victory.
Despite the heartbreaking defeat, Kavya Maran’s post-match gesture towards Vaibhav Sooryavanshi earned widespread praise online. Many fans appreciated her sportsmanship and calm demeanour, with her respectful acknowledgement of the young batter winning hearts even in a tough moment for SRH.
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