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    "title": "IPL 2026: 'He Is Ready For Next Big Step' --  Harbhajan Praises Sooryavanshi After First Ball Six Off Bumrah",
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    "excerpt": "Indian Premier League: Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh praised Rajasthan Royals' teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his fearless performance against Mumbai Indians' talismanic Jasprit Bumrah in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday.",
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    "editor1": "Indian Premier League: Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh praised Rajasthan Royals' teenage opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after his fearless performance against Mumbai Indians' talismanic Jasprit Bumrah in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 clash at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday.<p>The 15-year-old stunned everyone when he smashed a six on the very first ball of Bumrah\u2019s over, a rare sight against one of the best bowlers in the world. Harbhajan, who was on commentary duty, was left amazed by the youngster\u2019s confidence and aggressive mindset, even saluting him for the effort.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Harbhajan also highlighted that such confidence at a young age is a strong sign of a bright future and shows that Vaibhav is prepared to take on bigger challenges ahead.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>\u201cThis battle between Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Jasprit Bumrah was one to show who is better. Vaibhav played an amazing shot on the first ball of Bumrah's over in the RR-MI match. This boy is ready to dominate. Don\u2019t go by his age. Yes, he is 15 years old, but he is ready for the next big step,\u201d Harbhajan told Jio Hotstar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>He further praised the youngster\u2019s fearless approach and belief, adding, \u201cIt\u2019s not an easy thing to hit a six on the first ball of Bumrah\u2019s over, especially for a 15-year-old. But the confidence shown by him was great to watch. Salute!\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>Talking about the match, the Rajasthan Royals delivered a strong performance to defeat the Mumbai Indians by 27 runs in a rain-affected contest. The win was built on an explosive 80-run opening partnership between Yashasvi Jaiswal and Sooryavanshi.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<p>He further praised the youngster\u2019s fearless approach and belief, adding, \u201cIt\u2019s not an easy thing to hit a six on the first ball of Bumrah\u2019s over, especially for a 15-year-old. But the confidence shown by him was great to watch. Salute!\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h5><b>Also Read: <\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cricketnmore.com\/live-cricket-score\">Live Cricket Score<\/a><\/h5><p>With this victory, the Rajasthan Royals continued their strong run in the tournament. They sit at the top of the points table with six points from three matches and an excellent net run rate. Their next challenge will be against defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru on April 10 at the same venue.<\/p>\r\n\r\n<h5>Article Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/ians.in\/english-wire\/sports\/1\" rel=\"nofollow\">IANS<\/a><\/h5>",
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