Vaibhav Suryavanshi created history, became the first player to do so in IPL; Big giants left behind

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Qualifier-2 Record: Vaibhav Suryavanshi created history by performing wonders against Gujarat Titans in the second qualifier of IPL 2026. Vaibhav became the first batsman to touch the 500-run mark not only in IPL but also in the powerplay of a tournament. With this great record, Vaibhav defeated legendary batsmen like Adam Gilchrist and David Warner.

Let us tell you that in the match, Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag won the toss and decided to bat. Vaibhav, who came to open for the team, once again batted in his aggressive style and made the record in his name.

Before Vaibhav, the record of scoring the most runs in the powerplay in IPL history was held in the name of David Warner. Warner had scored 467 runs in the 2016 season. During this period his strike rate was 150.16. Whereas Vaibhav crossed this figure with a strike rate of around 233.63.

Most runs in overs 1-6 (ParvPlay) in an IPL edition

521* Runs- Vaibhav Suryavanshi in 2026 (Strike Rate: 233.63)
467 runs- David Warner in 2016 (Strike rate: 150.16)
402 runs- Travis Head in 2024 (Strike rate: 208.29)
402 runs- Sai Sudarshan in 2025 (Strike rate: 155.81)
382 runs- Adam Gilchrist in 2009 (Strike rate: 165.36)

Orange cap on Vaibhav’s head

Vaibhav is at the first position in the list of batsmen who have scored the most runs. With this he is wearing an orange cap on his head. He has crossed the mark of 700 runs.

Final ticket will be available from Qualifier-2

It is noteworthy that the team that wins Qualifier-2 will get the ticket for the final. The team that wins the match will become the second finalist. The journey of the losing team in the tournament will end. Royal Challengers Bangalore, captained by Rajat Patidar, became the first team to reach the finals. The first qualifier was played between RCB and Gujarat. Bengaluru had entered the finals by winning Qualifier-1. Whereas the losing Gujarat had reached the second qualifier.

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