Yesterday’s IPL 2026 clash between Rajasthan Royals (RR) and Mumbai Indians (MI) wasn’t just a match, it was an 11-over blitzkrieg. Despite a heavy rain delay at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati, fans were treated to a historic display of power-hitting as the Royals continued their unbeaten streak.

Here is the breakdown of the high-octane drama from April 7, 2026.

The 15-Year-Old Who Stunned the World

The headlines belong to one name: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The 15-year-old rookie didn’t just play; he dominated. Facing Jasprit Bumrah, widely regarded as the world’s best—the teenager smashed a six off the very first ball he faced.

• The Stats: Sooryavanshi blazed 39 runs off just 14 balls, striking at an incredible 278.57.
• The Impact: His fearless opening partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal saw RR reach 80 runs in just 5 overs, effectively ending MI’s hopes before the halfway mark.

Jaiswal’s Masterclass: 77 Off 32 Balls

While the rookie provided the spark, Yashasvi Jaiswal provided the fire. Jaiswal anchored the innings with a relentless assault, particularly punishing Deepak Chahar for 22 runs in the opening over.

• Final Score: RR posted a colossal 150/3 in just 11 overs.
• Jaiswal’s Knock: 10 fours and 4 sixes at a strike rate of 240.63.

Mumbai’s Chase Withers Under Pressure

Chasing 151 in 11 overs is a tall order even for the “Palton.” Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya won the toss and chose to bowl, but his bowlers were unable to stem the flow. When it was MI’s turn to bat, the scoreboard pressure proved too much.

• The Collapse: MI’s top order fell cheaply. Despite a few late fireworks from Sherfane Rutherford and Naman Dhir, they could only manage 123/9.
• The Bowling Heroes: Nandre Burger, Sandeep Sharma, and Ravi Bishnoi all chipped in with 2 wickets each to dismantle the MI chase.

Match Summary: RR vs MI (Match 13)

Result: Rajasthan Royals won by 27 runs.

Player of the Match: Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Why This Match Matters for the Table

With this victory, the Rajasthan Royals move to 3-0, claiming the top spot on the IPL 2026 points table. Meanwhile, the Mumbai Indians have now slumped to back-to-back defeats, leaving Hardik Pandya with plenty of tactical questions to answer before their next outing.

Key Takeaway: In a shortened game, intent is everything. RR showed it from ball one; MI looked a step behind throughout the night.

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