New Delhi: The much-hyped standoff Mitchell Stark Teen star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi turns anti-climax Kyle Jamieson In IPL 2026 Delhi Capitals and rajasthan royals Friday in Jaipur.There was much anticipation for Stark’s debut of the season and his showdown with the in-form youngster, but fans were left disappointed as the matchup never really materialized. Soriyavanshi was knocked out by Jamison in the second round – before he could even face Stark.RR captain Riyan Parag elected to bat first after winning the toss, but the decision quickly backfired as DC’s pace attack took a hit early on.Early drama, but no marquee conflictStarc opens bowling for DC and gets tested immediately Yashasvi Jaiswalhe hit six runs on his first delivery. However, it was the experienced Australians who had the last laugh.In the same over, Starc surprised Jaiswal by bowling a full delivery in the middle. The batsman tried to cross the line, but his timing was wrong and the ball bounced back to the bowler. Starc bowled a simple catch to take his first wicket of the season, leaving Jaiswal with six for three.At the other end, Sooryavanshi got off to a brilliant start, drawing a confident boundary off the first ball against Jamieson. But that promise was short-lived. On the very next delivery, a low full-toss ball snuck under his bat, deflected off the pads and onto the stumps, and he hit four for two.Jamison steals Stark’s returnWhile Stark’s return dominated the pregame narrative, Jamison ensured DC took control early. By removing Suryavanshi before the marquee clash unfolded, the New Zealander effectively closed the door on what has been described as the game’s biggest subplot.DC’s improved bowling attack made an immediate impact as two aggressive RR openers returned to the hut in two overs. Starc’s return added to the intensity, but it was Jamison’s timely goal that determined the game’s early momentum.
