At just 14, Vaibhav Suryavanshi stunned the cricketing world by smashing the fastest IPL century by an Indian, rewriting records and reigniting Rajasthan Royals’ playoff hopes. His explosive 35-ball hundred in IPL 2025 drew an emotional reaction from Rahul Dravid, who rose from his wheelchair to celebrate the historic moment.
At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi did the unthinkable — smashing a 35-ball century in IPL 2025 that sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. In only his third appearance for Rajasthan Royals, the prodigy from Samastipur, Bihar, not only became the youngest ever to score a T20 hundred but also set the record for the fastest IPL century by an Indian.
His explosive knock against Gujarat Titans didn’t just revive RR’s playoff hopes — it lit up Jaipur and hearts across the nation. The moment was so powerful that even Rahul Dravid, recovering from a leg fracture and confined to a wheelchair, was seen leaping up in celebration. In a tournament that has seen the rise of stars like Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal, Vaibhav Suryavanshi may have just announced the arrival of the next great Indian cricketing icon.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Record-Breaking Century: A Star is Born in IPL 2025
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s historic knock in IPL 2025 will be etched in the annals of cricketing history as one of the most sensational innings ever played by a teenager. At just 14 years old, the young sensation didn’t just play beyond his years — he dominated with an explosive 35-ball century that left fans, players, and experts stunned. In just his third IPL match, Suryavanshi became the youngest-ever player to score a T20 hundred, smashing records left and right.
The excitement reached a crescendo as the teen prodigy, with fearless intent, raced from 64 to 100 in a matter of mere balls, showcasing a batting masterclass. He blasted multiple sixes and fours, leaving Gujarat Titans’ bowlers helpless and searching for answers. His pull shot, one of his signature moves, came to the forefront when he dispatched Rashid Khan for a stunning six — a moment that marked the turning point in his unforgettable innings. His innings not only broke records but also played a vital role in Rajasthan Royals’ successful run-chase.
Suryavanshi’s 101 runs from just 38 balls — including seven fours and 11 sixes — rewrote IPL history in several ways:
- Youngest player ever to score a T20 fifty, surpassing Hassan Eisakhil
- Youngest-ever T20 centurion, breaking Vijay Zol’s record
- Fastest century by an Indian in IPL history, bettering Yusuf Pathan’s 37-ball mark
- Second-fastest century in IPL history, trailing only Chris Gayle’s 30-ball record
Alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, who stayed unbeaten on 70 off 40 balls, Suryavanshi helped set up a blistering 166-run opening partnership in just 11.5 overs. This partnership laid the foundation for Rajasthan Royals’ eight-wicket victory, keeping their IPL 2025 playoff hopes very much alive.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Rapid Rise: From Bihar Talent to IPL Sensation
Vaibhav Suryavanshi is quickly becoming one of the most talked-about names in IPL 2025. At just 14 years old, he has scored 151 runs in three matches, maintaining an average of 75.50 and a strike rate of 222.05. He made a statement from the very first ball he faced in the tournament, launching Shardul Thakur for a six and showing the world he belonged on the big stage.
Picked by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 1.1 crore in the previous year’s IPL mega-auction, Vaibhav entered the league as the youngest player in its history. But his journey started well before the IPL. He made his first-class debut for Bihar in early 2024 at just 12 years and 284 days. He also hit a 58-ball century for India U19 against Australia and stood out in the ACC U19 Asia Cup with 176 runs in five matches, including an unbeaten 76.
His early achievements and fearless approach at the top of the order are not just rare—they are redefining what’s possible for young cricketers in India.
