The Indian Premier League (IPL) has long been a breeding ground for cricketing talent, unearthing players ready to shine on the biggest stage. IPL 2026 witnessed another breakthrough moment as a young pacer Dust Hinge announced its grand arrival, leaving fans and experts in awe. His sensational debut Sunrisers Hyderabad against Rajasthan Royals not only took over the match but also etched his name in the history book of the tournament.
Praful Hinge’s historic performance stuns Rajasthan Royals
In the 21st match of IPL 2026, Hinge bowled a spell of centuries, dismissing Rajasthan’s top order in a matter of minutes. The 24-year-old seamer from Vidarbha achieved a landmark by becoming the first bowler in IPL history to take three wickets in the opening of an innings.
Handing over the new ball, Hinge wasted no time in making an impact. He batted in only his second birth, eliminating the promising youngster Vaibhav Suryavanshi for the golden duck. An early breakthrough set the tone and was followed by sheer dominance. He continued to fire Dhruv Jurel and Juan-dre Pretorius likewise, after just six deliveries, Rajasthan are reeling at 3/1.
Hinge’s pace and accuracy stood out, consistently hitting 140 km/h, and troubling batsmen with his sharp movement. He then returned to claim the decisive wicket of Riyan Parag, ending his dream debut with exceptional figures of 4/34 in his four overs. His performance not only helped Sunrisers Hyderabad make a strong comeback but also earned him the Player of the Match award.
Praful’s father expresses his pride and emotion in his son’s impressive show
While the cricketing world celebrated Hinge’s heroics, the most emotional reaction came from his father, Prakash Hinge. Prakash, himself a former fast bowler, found it difficult to express his feelings after witnessing his son’s record-breaking feat.
Speaking after the match, he expressed his great pride and gratitude and emphasized how special this moment was for their families. He appreciated the Sunrisers Hyderabad team management for supporting his son and giving him an opportunity to showcase his talent on such a grand platform.
“I can’t express it in words. Because today he broke the record by taking 3 wickets in his first game and proved that he is fit. I am also a fast bowler. And Sunrisers Hyderabad team gave him a chance today. I want to thank the coach, captain and management of Sunrisers Hyderabad. Especially because the bowler is Varun Aaron.” Praful’s father said in a conversation with NECO Master Blaster.
Prakash praised his son’s opening in particular, calling it a commendable performance, especially as he turned down an in-form batter like Suryavanshi. He also noted Hinge’s impressive pace, stressing that bowling at such pace under pressure reflects his readiness for high-level cricket.
“His first innings and taking the wicket of Dhurandhar-bound Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was a commendable performance because he was bowling at 140 kmph. I think he will do that in every match.” he added.
A promising future ahead
Hinge’s dream start immediately positioned him as one of the most exciting young pacers to watch this season. With his confidence, pace and ability to strike early, he has given Sunrisers Hyderabad a valuable weapon in their bowling attack. Looking ahead, SRH will take over Chennai Super Kings on April 18 at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium. All eyes will now be on Praful to build on this sensational debut and continue his rise in the tournament.
For now, his historic spell remains one of the highlights of IPL 2026 – a story of talent, patience and a dream realized on cricket’s grandest stage.
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