Vaibhav Suryavanshi Shatters Records, Becomes Youngest IPL Half-Centurion at 14
In a breathtaking display of raw talent and fearless cricket, Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Suryavanshi etched his name into the history books on Monday, becoming the youngest player ever to score a fifty in the Indian Premier League (IPL). At just 14 years and 32 days old, the teenage sensation dismantled Gujarat Titans with a blistering half-century off merely 17 balls, also claiming the title of the fastest fifty in IPL 2025.
The record-breaking moment arrived in the fifth over of a high-octane chase at the iconic Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, when Suryavanshi smashed a boundary off spinner Washington Sundar. His whirlwind knock featured a staggering six sixes and three fours, showcasing an audacious strokeplay that left a seasoned Gujarat Titans bowling attack shell-shocked. A standout moment came against veteran pacer Ishant Sharma, where Suryavanshi plundered 28 runs in a single over, including three towering sixes, two crisp fours, and a couple of wides.
Opening the innings alongside India’s dynamic southpaw Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryavanshi powered Rajasthan Royals to an unprecedented 87 without loss in the powerplay—the highest powerplay total in RR’s IPL history, surpassing their previous best of 85/1 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2023. His explosive contribution not only marked the second-fastest fifty for Rajasthan Royals but also the fastest ever against Gujarat Titans in the tournament’s history.
Suryavanshi’s heroics provided the perfect launchpad for RR in pursuit of a towering 210-run target, igniting hopes of a memorable victory. Beyond the numbers, his composure under pressure and ability to dominate international-caliber bowlers signal the arrival of a generational talent on the IPL stage. Hailing from Bihar, the young batter has already represented India at the U-19 level, and his journey from domestic circuits to IPL stardom is a testament to his relentless dedication and natural flair.
As cricket fans marvel at this prodigy’s debut fireworks, questions arise about the future of Indian batting. Could Suryavanshi be the next big thing after legends like Sachin Tendulkar, who also debuted as a teenager? One thing is certain: with this historic knock, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has announced himself as a name to watch, promising many more exhilarating moments in the years ahead.