Sooryavanshi, the teenage batting sensation, struck 52 runs in 17 deliveries, including four fours and five sixes, to set up a quick chase of 128. His 15‑ball fifty helped the Royals win by eight wickets in Guwahati.
The Rajasthan Royals coaching staff urged him to trust his natural approach, saying they backed him even though opponents were expected to target him. He also praised opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal for communicating and encouraging him throughout the innings.