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Vaibhav Suryavanshi Becomes Youngest IPL Player to Hit Fifty at Just 14 Years

Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Suryavanshi scripts history with a 17-ball 51*, becoming the youngest player to score a half-century in IPL history.

Youngest IPL Player to Hit Fifty: Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Stunning 51* at Age 14 Breaks All Records

In what is being hailed as a historic moment in the IPL, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old sensation, became the youngest IPL player to hit fifty, smashing an unbeaten 51 off just 17 balls for the Rajasthan Royals against the Gujarat Titans. The feat has stunned fans and cricketing legends alike, rewriting the record books in spectacular fashion.


A Record-Breaking Innings: 17 Balls of Brilliance

Suryavanshi’s 51* featured 3 boundaries and 6 sixes, delivered at a staggering strike rate of 300.00. He walked in during the final overs and immediately took charge, launching a calculated assault on the Gujarat bowling attack that left the stadium buzzing.

The knock was not only match-defining, but it also made him the youngest player in IPL history to notch a half-century — at just 14 years and 23 days old.


Surpassing Legends and Setting a New Benchmark

Previously, the record was held by Riyan Parag, who scored a fifty for Rajasthan Royals in 2019 at 17 years and 175 days. Suryavanshi has now surpassed that mark by over three years, setting a new age milestone in the T20 league’s history.

This incredible performance has placed the teenager in an elite group of young achievers who have delivered under pressure on one of the sport’s biggest stages.


IPL and Cricket Fraternity Reacts

The cricketing world was quick to recognize the magnitude of the achievement:

  • Virender Sehwag tweeted: “Kya baat hai! 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi shows fearless cricket is the future of IPL.”
  • Commentators and fans alike lauded his maturity, shot selection, and confidence, calling him the next big thing in Indian cricket.

What This Means for the Future

For Indian cricket, the emergence of players like Suryavanshi signals the deepening of talent at the grassroots. His composure and game awareness at such a young age make him not just a prodigy but a potential future international star.

This performance is expected to open up more opportunities for young players as IPL franchises continue to scout for untapped talent across the country.


Looking Forward

As Rajasthan Royals continue their IPL 2025 campaign, all eyes will be on Vaibhav Suryavanshi, whose bat has already spoken louder than words. With the record of the youngest IPL player to hit fifty in his name, the journey ahead promises excitement, growth, and perhaps a place in the national squad in the years to come.


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