In the high-intensity environment of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026, players often rely on meditation, music, or strict technical drills to prepare for competition. However, the tournament’s youngest star, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, has revealed a significantly more light-hearted approach to handling the pressure of professional cricket. Fact Check: Did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Vow to Hit Jasprit Bumrah for a First-Ball Six in IPL 2026?

The 15-year-old Rajasthan Royals opener, who has become a breakout sensation this season, recently shared that he continues to watch cartoons before matches.

"Nothing keeps going in my mind. I continue to watch cartoons before every match day, it is my habit. So, I keep watching cartoons but focus is on the game as well," Sooryavanshi said while talking to IPL broadcaster.

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Sooryavanshi, who hails from Bihar, became the youngest player in IPL history when he was signed during the 2025 auction, and his 2026 campaign has already seen him cross the 250-run mark. 'This is Vaiball', Ravi Ashwin Lauds Vaibhav Sooryavanshi As Batter Hits 15-Ball Fifty In RR vs RCB IPL 2026 Match.

While his pre-match ritual may seem unconventional for a professional athlete, the results on the pitch have been difficult to dispute. Sooryavanshi has emerged as a cornerstone of the Rajasthan Royals (RR) batting order, providing explosive starts alongside opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal.

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