Vaibhav Sooryavanshi kicked off his IPL journey with a stunning six, making a memorable entrance. And that wasn’t just a lucky hit; he’s been on fire in his second season, and it’s only getting better. Sooryavanshi Hits Bumrah for First-Ball Six in IPL 2026 During the IPL 2026 showdown between Rajasthan Royals and Mumbai Indians in Guwahati, Sooryavanshi faced off against Jasprit Bumrah, who’s often hailed as one of the top fast bowlers globally, and hit a six off his very first ball, leaving everyone, including former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan, utterly impressed. Pathan pointed out that keeping Bumrah on his toes is no small feat, something even the best batters struggle with. He noted that Sooryavanshi has a refreshing mindset he doesn’t get bogged down by who’s bowling to him; instead, he embraces a straightforward see-the-ball-hit-the-ball approach that sets him apart. “The way Jasprit Bumrah had no plans visible, the way he moved to the slower one — Vaibhav Suryavanshi has forced even Bumrah to think. In white-ball cricket, India has not found a bowler like Bumrah. He is a GOAT. And this feat has been achieved against him,” Irfan was quoted as saying by Indian Express. “Whatever bowler comes in front, he does not watch his action, does not think too much. He only watches the ball. If he gets it, he hits it. This thinking makes him very special," the cricketer-turned-commentator added. Also Read | RR Openers Vaibhav-Jaiswal Break IPL Records with Explosive Start vs MI in IPL 2026 For those who might not know, Sooryavanshi’s explosive performance against the five-time champions was key in helping Rajasthan secure their third consecutive win this season. He opened the innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal (who scored an impressive 77* off 32 balls) in a match that was cut short to 11 overs per side due to rain. The young talent blasted 39 runs off just 14 balls, featuring five massive sixes and a four, all at an astonishing strike rate of 278.57. Irfan Pathan believes that fate is knocking on Sooryavanshi’s door for an India debut, urging the selectors to give him his first international cap without delay. With youth on his side, Pathan is confident that the Samastipur-born player has the potential to enjoy a long and successful career in professional cricket for many years to come.