In a sport where legends are born over decades, a 14-year-old schoolboy from Bihar has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, playing for the Rajasthan Royals, became the youngest player in men’s T20 history to score a century—and did it in style with a blazing 101 off just 38 balls.
A Century of Brilliance
On April 28, 2025, at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Suryavanshi walked out to chase a daunting target of 210 against the Gujarat Titans. What followed was nothing short of a dream. The left-hander, barely into his teens, played like a seasoned veteran. He smashed 11 sixes and 7 boundaries, reaching his hundred in just 35 balls—the second-fastest in IPL history and the fastest by an Indian player.
The previous Indian record was held by Yusuf Pathan (37 balls), but Suryavanshi shattered that with poise and power. Only Chris Gayle’s 30-ball carnage in 2013 remains faster in the league’s books.
A Match to Remember
Match Summary:
Gujarat Titans: 209-4 (Gill 84, Buttler 50*) Rajasthan Royals: 212-2 (Suryavanshi 101, Jaiswal 70*)
Result: Rajasthan Royals won by 8 wickets in 15.5 overs
His 166-run stand with Yashasvi Jaiswal made the chase look effortless, reviving RR’s campaign after five consecutive losses and keeping their playoff hopes alive.
Who Is Vaibhav Suryavanshi?
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Date of Birth: March 27, 2011
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Age: 14 years, 1 month, 2 days (as of April 29, 2025)
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Hails from: Bihar, India
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Batting Style: Left-handed
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Bowling: Slow left-arm orthodox
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Domestic Team: Bihar
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IPL Signing: Bought by Rajasthan Royals in 2024 auction for ₹1.1 crore (£103,789)
Suryavanshi has been on the radar since he hit a 58-ball century for India U-19 at age 13. He also starred in the U-19 Asia Cup last year and made his first-class debut for Bihar at just 12.
What Lies Ahead?
Vaibhav’s story is not just about one match—it’s about inspiration, talent, and the fearless energy of youth. He’s now not only the youngest to feature in the IPL but also its brightest new star.
The cricketing world watches closely as this young marvel continues to defy age and expectations.
