Who is Vaibhav Suryavanshi? Meet IPL 2025’s Youngest Centurion

📍 A Star is Born in IPL 2025

In a season packed with unexpected events, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has become the new face of Indian cricket. Just 14 years old, the Rajasthan Royals player smashed a breathtaking 101 off 38 balls against Gujarat Titans, becoming the youngest centurion in IPL and men’s T20 history.

Hailing from Samastipur, Bihar, Vaibhav’s rise from a small-town cricketer to a ₹1.1 crore IPL star has taken fans, selectors and critics by surprise—and admiration.

🎯 The Record-Breaking Knock

On April 28, 2025, Suryavanshi announced his arrival with:

• 101 runs off 38 deliveries

• 11 sixes and 7 fours

• A 35-ball century, the fastest by any Indian in IPL history

With this, he overtook Yusuf Pathan’s 37-ball record from 2010, placing himself alongside cricket’s elite.

🏡 From Bihar to the Big League

Vaibhav began his journey in cricket academies across Bihar, debuting in state-level tournaments at the age of 12. Known for his calm demeanor and fearless shot-making, he was picked by Rajasthan Royals in 2024 and bought at the auction for ₹1.1 crore—a gamble that now looks like a masterstroke.

He made his first-class debut before he was a teenager and has been mentored by several former Ranji players from the region.

🙌 Reactions Pour In

Cricket icons were quick to hail the young phenom:

• Sachin Tendulkar: “Incredible poise for someone so young. Future of Indian cricket looks bright.”

• Yuvraj Singh: “Reminds me of my U-19 days, but he’s even more fearless!”

🧾 The Age Controversy

Following his viral post-match interview, a discrepancy in his birth date sparked debate. While officially born on March 27, 2011, Vaibhav casually mentioned his birthday as September 27, leading to questions about age verification in youth cricket.

Despite this, most fans and players remain focused on his talent and maturity on the field.

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💬 What’s Next?

The spotlight is now firmly on Vaibhav. With the U-19 World Cup and potential national call-ups looming, India’s cricketing future might just have found its next superstar.

“Records will come and go,” Vaibhav said post-match, “but I just want to keep playing for my team.”