Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Meet IPL’s Youngest Century Maker
At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is rewriting history books in the IPL! This young star from Bihar stunned the world by smashing a century in his very first season, making him the youngest centurion in men’s T20 cricket. Let’s dive into his inspiring journey — from a small village to the grand stages of the Indian Premier League.
🏡 Early Life and Family
- Full Name: Vaibhav Suryavanshi
- Date of Birth: March 27, 2011
- Hometown: Tajpur, Samastipur, Bihar, India
- Father: Sanjiv Suryavanshi (Farmer)
- Siblings: Two brothers (Vaibhav is the middle one)
Born and raised in a simple farming family, Vaibhav’s cricket dreams began early. His father, Sanjiv Suryavanshi, noticed his talent when Vaibhav was just 4 years old. To help him chase his passion, his father even sold their farmland to afford better cricket training and gear. A true example of sacrifice and dedication!
🎒 Education
Despite his cricketing success, Vaibhav remains committed to his studies. He is currently a student at Dr. Mukteshwar Sinha Modesty School in Bihar, balancing books and bats with ease.
🏏 Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Cricketing Journey
🌟 Rising Star in Domestic Cricket
- Ranji Trophy Debut: Debuted at 12 years and 284 days for Bihar — one of the youngest ever!
- Vinoo Mankad Trophy: Scored nearly 400 runs in just five matches for Bihar’s Under-19 team.
- India U-19: Blasted a 58-ball century against Australia, the fastest-ever by an Indian at the youth level.
🏆 The IPL Dream Come True
- IPL Auction 2025: Rajasthan Royals picked him up for ₹1.10 crore — a record for someone so young!
- Debut Match: Played his first IPL game against Lucknow Super Giants, smashing 34 runs off just 20 balls, and hitting a six on his very first delivery!
- Historic Century: On April 28, 2025, Vaibhav scored an electrifying 101 runs off just 38 balls against Gujarat Titans. This made him:
- The youngest player ever to score an IPL century.
- The second-fastest IPL century scorer after Chris Gayle.
🏅 Record-Breaking Feats
- Youngest IPL debut: 14 years, 23 days
- Youngest IPL centurion: 14 years, 32 days
- Second-fastest IPL century: 35 balls
- Most sixes by an Indian in an IPL innings: 11 sixes (tying Murali Vijay’s record)
👨👩👦 Family Support — The Backbone of Vaibhav’s Success
Vaibhav often shares how important his family’s sacrifices have been. His father coached him early on, built a small practice pitch at home, and even sold land to invest in his cricket training. Their journey together shows that big dreams often come from small places.
🌟 Inspirations
Vaibhav draws inspiration from legends like Brian Lara for his graceful batting and Virat Kohli for his aggressive spirit on the field.
⚡ Controversy Around Age
In 2024, there were some rumors questioning Vaibhav’s real age. However, BCCI confirmed his age through bone tests, putting all doubts to rest.
🚀 Future Ahead
At just 14, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is already a name to watch in Indian cricket. With the right guidance, hard work, and talent, he looks set to become one of the future superstars of the game.
Fans are excited to see where his incredible journey will take him next!
Vaibhav Suryavanshi is living proof that no dream is too big, no player too young. From the fields of Bihar to the bright lights of IPL, his journey is just beginning — and it promises to be spectacular!
If you’re a cricket fan, remember the name — Vaibhav Suryavanshi — because you’re going to hear it for many years to come!