Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old cricket sensation, has rewritten the record books in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Playing for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans, Suryavanshi smashed a remarkable 101 runs off just 38 balls, including 11 sixes and seven fours.
Record-Breaking Performance
Suryavanshi's century was the second-fastest in IPL history, reached in just 35 balls. He also became the youngest player to score a century in the tournament. Additionally, Suryavanshi holds the record for the fastest fifty in IPL 2025, achieving it in an astonishing 17 balls.
Key Highlights
- Youngest Centurion: Suryavanshi's century made him the youngest player to achieve this feat in IPL history.
- Second-Fastest Century: His 35-ball century was second only to Chris Gayle's record.
- Fastest Fifty: Suryavanshi's 17-ball fifty was a record-breaker in IPL 2025.
- Historic Innings: His innings included 94 runs from boundaries, showcasing his incredible batting skills.
Match Impact
Suryavanshi's impressive performance played a crucial role in Rajasthan Royals chasing down a target of 210 runs against Gujarat Titans. His batting partner, Yashasvi Jaiswal, praised Suryavanshi's incredible innings, saying he had the game, temperament, and mentality to succeed.