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In a sport where legends are born in the most unexpected places, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is the newest name to send ripples through the Indian cricket community. Hailing from the quiet village of Tajpur in Bihar’s Samastipur district, this 14-year-old is rewriting what we thought possible at his age.
Vaibhav was born on March 27, 2011. While most kids his age were busy with school and cartoons, Vaibhav was already dreaming of wearing the Indian jersey. His father, Sanjeev Suryavanshi, recognized his son’s raw talent early and made the selfless decision to guide him through every step. The duo would travel long distances to Patna so Vaibhav could train with better facilities
when he debuted in the Ranji Trophy at the age of 12 years and 284 days making him the youngest to feature in the tournament since the modern era began.His fearless batting style, sharp game awareness, and cool temperament under pressure make him a player way beyond his years.
The IPL came calling sooner than anyone expected. In the 2024 mega auction, Rajasthan Royals picked up Vaibhav for ₹1.10 crore making him the youngest crorepati in IPL history. And he didn’t disappoint. In IPL 2025, he slammed a sensational 100 off 35 balls against Gujarat Titans the fastest ton by an Indian in IPL history.
In a heartwarming IPL moment, cameras captured him touching MS Dhoni’s feet a powerful gesture of respect for his idol. The moment went viral, symbolizing the beautiful bridge
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s story isn’t just about records or headlines. It’s about hope, hard work, and a belief that talent, when nurtured with heart and sacrifice, can create magic. As he continues to grow and evolve, Indian cricket fans have every reason to be excited the future is already here.
