RR’s 13-Year-Old Wonderkid Vaibhav Suryavanshi Breaks List A Cricket Record
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old cricket prodigy, is the Rajasthan Royals’ latest IPL signing. He is now the youngest Indian to debut in List A cricket. The record-setting moment took place in Hyderabad during the 2024-25 Vijay Hazare Trophy. Suryavanshi represented Bihar in a match against Madhya Pradesh.
Youngest Indian in List A Cricket History
A New Record in Indian Cricket
At just 13, Suryavanshi broke the record of 14-year-old Ali Akbar. Akbar debuted at 14 years and 51 days in the 1999-2000 season. Vaibhav is the youngest Indian to debut in both the Ranji Trophy and the U-19 circuit. This adds to his growing list of achievements.
Debut Performance: A Short-Lived Start
Vaibhav’s List A debut wasn’t the fairy tale start he might have hoped for. Facing Madhya Pradesh’s Aryan Pandey, Suryavanshi smashed a boundary off his first delivery. But, he was out on the next ball.
His brief innings made waves in cricket. The young batsman, a star in the making, broke records in his debut.
Match Highlights: Bihar vs. Madhya Pradesh
Bihar’s Struggle with the Bat
Batting first, Bihar faced a stern challenge, managing 196 runs in 46.4 overs. Bipin Saurabh (50) and captain Sakibul Gani (48) led a brave fight against Madhya Pradesh’s disciplined bowling.
Madhya Pradesh’s Dominance
Madhya Pradesh made light work of the chase, achieving the target in just 25.1 overs. Harsh Gawli was the star, scoring 83 off 63 balls. His team won easily.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: A Star in the Making
Recent Under-19 Asia Cup Success
Vaibhav Suryavanshi has already displayed immense promise on the international stage. In the recent Under-19 Asia Cup, he was India’s second-highest run-scorer. He scored 176 runs in five innings, at an average of 44 and a strike rate of 145.45.
His standout performances included:
- 76 off 46 balls* vs. UAE
- 67 off 36 balls vs. Sri Lanka
IPL Stint with Rajasthan Royals
Earlier this year, Vaibhav made waves at the IPL auction. He became the youngest player ever to be signed. The Rajasthan Royals bought him for an impressive INR 1.10 crore. This showed their belief in his potential to be a future cricketing icon.
The Road Ahead for Suryavanshi
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s early successes in cricket show his great talent. His List A debut may not have thrilled fans. But, his early success promises a bright career ahead.
As he rises through the ranks, all will watch this teen sensation. They want to see how he will shape the future of Indian cricket.
