Vaibhav Sooryavashi vs Siraj-Rabada - 'that's where the game could change', predicts Anil Kumble
Anil Kumble predicts that Rajasthan Royals will face Gujarat Titans as underdogs in IPL 2026 Qualifier 2. He highlights the importance of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's recent form as a potential game-changer. The contest is expected to hinge on the powerplay battle between Sooryavanshi and GT's pace bowlers, Mohammed Siraj and Kagiso Rabada.
- ▪Anil Kumble believes Rajasthan Royals will overcome Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 2.
- ▪Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is in exceptional form, having scored 97 runs off 29 balls in the Eliminator.
- ▪The tactical battle between Sooryavanshi and GT's pace duo is seen as crucial for the match outcome.
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