Vaibhav Suryavanshi Became Youngest Player To Play In IPL

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a prodigy from Samastipur, Bihar, made history as the youngest player ever in the IPL during the Rajasthan Royals’ match against Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur. At just 14 years and 23 days old, he marked his debut with remarkable composure and flair.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi first gained recognition when he debuted in the Ranji Trophy for Bihar at the tender age of 12 in January 2024. He showcased his talent immediately, hitting a stunning six over extra cover on his very first ball against Shardul Thakur in his IPL debut. Despite the team’s loss in chasing 181, Vaibhav scored an impressive 34 off 20 balls, leaving spectators in awe of his skill and maturity.

At an age when most boys are in school and dreaming of the future, Vaibhav has already captured the attention of the cricketing world with his intent, range of shots, and fearless approach. His rise has all the hallmarks of a fairytale.

In the November 2024 IPL mega auction, Vaibhav’s potential sparked intense bidding wars among franchises, with the Rajasthan Royals securing him for a hefty INR 1.1 crore. His arrival on the grand stage is seen as the start of a promising journey in Indian cricket.