Vaibhav Sooryavanshi played a crucial innings for Rajasthan Royals, scoring a quick 46 runs off just 21 balls. His aggressive batting set the stage for a big total before Mitchell Starc’s late burst of wickets brought Delhi Capitals back into the game. Despite Sooryavanshi falling to a slower delivery, RR batting coach Vikram Rathore denied that pace variation is a weakness in the young player’s game.
Rathore praised Sooryavanshi’s talent and expressed confidence in his ability to convert his starts into big scores. He emphasized the importance of playing to one’s strengths in T20 cricket, using Virat Kohli as an example of a successful batter who doesn’t rely solely on power-hitting.
The coach highlighted the importance of knowing and trusting one’s strengths, stating that each player has their own unique style of scoring runs. He encouraged players like Sooryavanshi and Dhruv Jurel to stay true to their strengths and believe in their abilities to succeed in the format.
Rathore also clarified that Ravindra Jadeja’s absence from the team was due to a minor injury, not workload management as previously suggested by skipper Riyan Parag. The coach’s insights into player development and strategy offer valuable lessons for young cricketers looking to make an impact in T20 cricket.
Published on May 18, 2026.
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