In a stunning display of batting prowess, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi electrified the Jaipur stadium, leading Rajasthan Royals to an 8-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans.
Vaibhav’s blistering innings saw him smash the fastest fifty of the IPL season, reaching the milestone in just 17 balls. Gujarat’s formidable bowling lineup, featuring big names like Rashid Khan, Ishant Sharma, and Mohammed Siraj, was left flailing as Vaibhav continued his rampage. He went on to score a century off 35 balls, sending the crowd into raptures.
A Historic Performance
Vaibhav’s incredible knock created multiple records:
- Fastest fifty of the IPL season, achieved in 17 balls
- Youngest player to score a century in the IPL, at just 14 years old
- Second-fastest century in IPL history, reached in 35 balls
- Fastest Indian batsman to score a century in the IPL
Vaibhav’s heroics not only helped Rajasthan Royals secure a crucial win but also kept their playoff hopes alive. With this victory, RR moved up to eighth place in the points table.