RR secure top spot after defeating MI
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s blistering unbeaten 77 propelled Rajasthan Royals to a clinical 27-run victory over Mumbai Indians in a rain-curtailed 11-over contest at the ACA Stadium. The left-handed opener hammered 10 boundaries and four sixes, ensuring the Royals posted a daunting 150/3 after a two-and-a-half-hour weather delay. This win marks a hat-trick of victories for the Jaipur-based franchise, pushing them to the summit of the IPL 2026 points table.
Teenage Sensation Stuns Mumbai AttackFifteen-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi provided the early fireworks, mocking the reputation of seasoned pacers. He struck a fearless 39 off just 14 deliveries, including two massive sixes against Jasprit Bumrah in their very first meeting. The opening duo’s aggression allowed Rajasthan to race to 59 runs within the 3.2-over powerplay, leaving the Mumbai bowlers struggling for answers in the damp conditions.
Mumbai Indians Struggle In Shortened ChaseChasing a revised target of 151, the five-time champions faltered early under scoreboard pressure. Nandre Burger and Sandeep Sharma dismantled the top order, dismissing Rohit Sharma, Suryakumar Yadav, and Hardik Pandya for single-digit scores. Despite a late cameo by Sherfane Rutherford, Mumbai could only manage 123/9. Sandeep Sharma continued his historical dominance over Rohit Sharma, trapping the veteran opener LBW for the 11th time in IPL history.
Historically, the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati has served as a high-scoring second home for the Royals, often favoring batters even under overcast skies. This tactical familiarity helped Riyan Parag’s men exploit the conditions better than their opponents.
