WWE star Drew McIntyre joins Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fan club, Riyan Parag stunned – WWE Star Drew McIntyre Backs IPL Sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
A Surprising Crossover: WWE Meets IPL
In a turn of events that few cricket fans saw coming, the intensity of the Indian Premier League has reached the world of professional wrestling. Drew McIntyre, a titan of the WWE, has officially joined the growing fan club of Rajasthan Royals’ newest sensation, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi. The crossover has injected a fresh wave of excitement into the Rajasthan Royals camp as they prepare for the business end of the 2026 IPL season.
McIntyre took to social media to share a video of himself training in a Rajasthan Royals jersey, specifically personalized with Sooryavanshi’s name on the back. The WWE star’s caption was brief but laden with meaning: ‘Chosen One.’ This phrase, which has served as McIntyre’s moniker since his debut in 2009, signals a powerful endorsement of the young cricketer’s burgeoning career.
Riyan Parag’s Fanboy Moment
The post did not go unnoticed by the Rajasthan Royals roster. RR captain Riyan Parag, clearly a fan of the wrestling world, was visibly stunned by the support. Parag commented on the post, reminiscing about his own experiences with the sport: ‘Omgggggg don’t remember how many Future Shock DDTs I’ve hit on 2K.’ His comment highlighted the cultural reach of the WWE 2K video game series, which remains a staple for many modern athletes.
The official Rajasthan Royals social media account also engaged with the post, simply commenting ‘Certainly.’ This mutual exchange of energy comes at a critical juncture for the franchise as they eye their second-ever IPL title.
The Rise of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
While McIntyre’s endorsement adds a layer of global stardom, the spotlight remains firmly on Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s performance on the pitch. After making a name for himself as a breakout talent in 2025, Sooryavanshi has elevated his game to become arguably the most destructive batsman in the league this season. His statistics are nothing short of extraordinary: in 14 matches, he has amassed 583 runs at an average of 41.64. Most impressively, he boasts a strike rate of 232, a figure that has terrified bowling attacks across India.
Beyond the raw numbers, Sooryavanshi has cleared the ropes with ease, striking 53 sixes this season. He currently sits just seven short of the all-time record for the most sixes hit by a single player in an IPL season, a milestone that seems well within his reach given his current form.
The Road to the IPL 2026 Final
The Rajasthan Royals’ journey to the Eliminator has been a rollercoaster. After a dominant start winning their opening four matches, the team faced a mid-season slump, losing six of their next eight games. However, a late-season resurgence allowed them to secure a playoff spot on their own terms, finishing fourth in the points table.
Now, they face a formidable Sunrisers Hyderabad side, who finished third, in the Eliminator match at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur. The stakes could not be higher: for the loser, the 2026 season ends immediately. For the winner, a ticket to Qualifier 2 awaits on May 29, where the Gujarat Titans are already positioned to compete for a spot in the final.
Should the Rajasthan Royals survive the Eliminator and successfully navigate the following Qualifier, they will head to the grand finale in Ahmedabad on May 31, where they will face the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. With the backing of international icons like Drew McIntyre and the blistering form of Sooryavanshi, the Royals are undoubtedly entering this clash with significant momentum.
As the cricketing world turns its eyes to Mullanpur, the presence of ‘The Chosen One’ in the Royals’ corner serves as a reminder that in the world of high-stakes sports, talent and confidence often transcend individual disciplines. Whether Sooryavanshi can deliver a ‘knockout’ performance on the field remains to be seen, but he certainly has the backing of a heavyweight in his corner.
