Vaibhav Suryavanshi has made history in the IPL by becoming the fastest Indian to score a century, achieving the feat in just 35 balls.
A Historic Knock
This remarkable performance has put him in the spotlight, with only Chris Gayle having achieved this feat faster, scoring a century in 30 balls.
Vaibhav has played four matches for Rajasthan Royals so far, averaging 50.33 with a total of 151 runs.
His standout performance was against Gujarat Titans, where he scored 101 runs.
In his 15 runs, he hit 16 sixes and 9 fours, showcasing his aggressive batting style.
Recognition and Rewards
Vaibhav’s incredible knock has earned him widespread recognition.
Rajasthan Royals’ owner, Ranjit Barthakur, was so impressed that he gifted Vaibhav a Mercedes car.
The young cricketer’s performance has also caught the attention of the Bihar government, with Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announcing a reward of ₹10 lakh for Vaibhav.
Even cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar praised Vaibhav’s fearless approach and technique, sharing a post that highlighted Vaibhav’s ability to read the length of the ball early and transfer his energy into powerful shots.
After his century, Vaibhav said he focuses on the ball rather than the field, a mindset that clearly served him well in his record-breaking innings.