The 13th Match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, held in Guwahati on April 07, 2026, saw Rajasthan Royals (RR) get off to a blistering start against Mumbai Indians (MI). Opener Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi propelled RR past 50 runs within the first three overs of the 11-overs-a-side contest. The commentary highlighted the aggressive batting display, with observations like "Video game batting this!" and "Rains replaced by hailstorm of sixes! Worth the wait!"
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, in particular, showcased exceptional hitting, taking on bowlers like Bumrah and Boult. He dispatched deliveries for sixes with shots described as "hitting of the highest order, and against the highest-quality bowler out there." Yashasvi Jaiswal also contributed significantly, displaying his ability to score quickly from the outset. The opening partnership was instrumental in setting a strong foundation for RR, with one commentator noting, "Just as my eyes were starting to slide into sleep, the RR opening partnership has ensured that I don't sleep for the next 30 minutes." The aggressive intent from the RR openers suggested the potential for a very high score in the shortened match.
