Cricket fans witnessed history in the making as 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player to score a century in men’s T20 cricket, lighting up the Indian Premier League with a breathtaking performance for Rajasthan Royals. His 35-ball ton against Gujarat Titans has now cemented his place among IPL legends—and he’s only just getting started.
The Youngest IPL Centurion Ever
On a high-pressure evening at the IPL, Suryavanshi delivered a batting masterclass, smashing 101 runs off just 38 balls, including 11 sixes and 7 fours. Chasing a massive 210-run target, the left-hander showed no signs of nerves, helping Rajasthan Royals seal a convincing eight-wicket victory in just 15.5 overs.
Suryavanshi’s century, the second-fastest in IPL history, stunned cricketing circles not only for the numbers but for the sheer confidence and poise with which it was executed.
From Prodigy to Powerhouse
Vaibhav first grabbed national attention when he became the youngest player ever to receive an IPL contract at just 13 years old. He made headlines earlier this month on debut, launching his IPL career with a six off the very first ball he faced. This century now adds a shining jewel to his already meteoric rise.
Stars Applaud the Rising Star
Even seasoned professionals were left in awe. Jos Buttler, former England captain and Gujarat Titans’ wicketkeeper, witnessed the carnage from behind the stumps. Jofra Archer joined the celebrations as Rajasthan clinched a dominant win.
Opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal, who shared a brilliant 166-run stand with the teenager, praised his maturity and shot selection:
“Incredible innings—one of the best I’ve seen. He has the game, the temperament, and the mentality. He works hard in the nets and today, it all came together.”
At the post-match presentation, Suryavanshi said with calm confidence:
“It feels like a dream to score an IPL century. I’ve been working towards this for the last three to four months. I don’t look at the ground too much—just focus on the ball.”
What’s Next for the Teenage Phenom?
With talent, temperament, and headlines already on his side, the question now is: how far can Vaibhav Suryavanshi go?If this historic century is any indication, cricket might just have found its next superstar.
