If you needed any more proof that 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is the most exciting "young gun" in world cricket right now, look no further than the Rajasthan Royals (RR) pre-season camp.

While most boys his age are currently hunched over textbooks for their Class 10 board exams, Sooryavanshi is busy smashing water pipes—literally.

The Shot Heard ‘Round the Facility

During a recent practice session in Nagpur, the Bihar-born prodigy unleashed a pull shot so powerful that it didn't just clear the boundary; Laser247 it struck a water pipe at the training facility with such force that it caused an immediate rupture.

The Rajasthan Royals social media team was quick to share the clip, captioning it with a simple yet fitting: “Just Sooryavanshi things.” In the video, the sound of the impact is audible, followed by water spraying from the damaged line—a visceral testament to the raw power packed into the teenager’s frame.

Priorities: Cricket Over CBSE?

The viral video comes on the heels of another major headline: Vaibhav has reportedly skipped his CBSE Class 10 board examinations this year. His father, Sanjeev Sooryavanshi, confirmed that the decision was made to allow Vaibhav to focus entirely on the upcoming IPL 2026 season.

It’s a bold gamble, but looking at his recent form, it’s easy to see why the family is all-in on cricket.

A Record-Breaking Run

Vaibhav isn't just a "viral moment" player; his stats are genuinely historic:

• U-19 World Cup Hero: He recently spearheaded India’s 2026 U-19 World Cup victory, smashing a legendary 175 off just 80 balls in the final against England.

• IPL Trailblazer: After being bought by RR for ₹1.1 crore, he became the youngest player to debut in the IPL and the youngest to score a century (a 35-ball ton against Gujarat Titans).

• Statistical Freak: In his debut IPL season (2025), he maintained a strike rate of 206.55.

What to Expect in IPL 2026

With Riyan Parag taking over the captaincy and legendary Kumar Sangakkara returning as head coach, the Rajasthan Royals are entering a new era. In a team that has traded away stars like Sanju Samson, the spotlight on young talents like Sooryavanshi will be brighter than ever.

If his practice sessions are anything to go by, bowlers—and plumbing—should probably stay on high alert this season.

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