Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old cricketer from Bihar, has taken the cricket world by storm. He smashed a century for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat, becoming the youngest player in IPL history to do so.
Born on March 24, 2011, in Motipur village, Samastipur district, Vaibhav started playing cricket at four. He spent five years honing his skills with his father before joining a cricket academy at nine. To learn from experienced coaches, he traveled to Patna.
A Family’s Sacrifice
Vaibhav credits his parents for his success. His mother wakes up at 2 a.m. to prepare for his training, getting just three hours of sleep. His father quit his job to support Vaibhav’s cricket career. The family struggled financially, but his father’s dedication paid off.
Vaibhav’s achievement didn’t go unnoticed. The Bihar government announced a ₹10 lakh reward for his incredible feat. Rajasthan Royals bought him for ₹1.1 crore at the IPL auction, with a base price of ₹30 lakh.
A Stellar Record
Vaibhav’s century made him the youngest player to score a T20 century. He’s also the second-fastest Indian to score an IPL century, behind only Chris Gayle. With his impressive skills and determination, Vaibhav is set to make a mark in the cricket world.
- Youngest IPL player to score a century
- Second-fastest Indian to score an IPL century
- Bought by Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore
Vaibhav’s story is one of passion, dedication, and family support. His journey is an inspiration to aspiring cricketers around the world.