WATCH: 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi destroys Krunal Pandya with powerful sixes in Vijay Hazare Trophy
Vaibhav Suryavanshia name that has been buzzing around the world of cricket recently, is making waves as a 13-year-old child prodigy. His journey from a small village in Bihar to the limelight IPL it was nothing short of phenomenal. He recently showed his exceptional talent in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25where he not only hit the headlines but also left experienced players like Krunal Pandya in awe.
The rise of young star Vaibhav Suryavanshi
Suryavanshi’s cricketing journey began at an incredibly young age. He picked it up Rajasthan Royals for a whopping ₹1.1 crore during IPL 2025 mega auctionmaking him the youngest ever auctioned player in IPL history. The milestone came after an impressive display of skills at various junior levels, including an outstanding performance in the Asian Cup U19. His father, a farmer with limited means, recognized Vaibhav’s talent early and supported his dreams by setting up practice nets at home, which laid the foundation for his career in cricket.
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Suryavanshi surprises Krunal Pandya with big hits
In the recent match against Baroda during the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Suryavanshi delivered a breathtaking performance that further cemented his reputation as a future superstar. He scored 71 runs off just 42 balls, including four towering sixes and eight fours. His aggressive batting style came to the fore as he took on seasoned bowlers like Krunal, smashing it over deep mid-wicket with incredible power. Although Bihar ended up falling short by 36 runs in their chase of 278, Suryavanshi’s innings was a testament to his potential and ability to work under pressure.
Here is the video:
Finally got the video of Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s 71(42) vs Baroda in Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25.
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Breaking records at such a young age
Vaibhav’s achievements are not limited to his recent modifications; he has already set several records in his young career. He became the youngest Indian to score 50 in List A cricket and also broke records by being the youngest player to debut in both Early trophy and the Vijay Hazare Trophy. Such achievements at such a tender age made him a hotbed of debate among cricket enthusiasts and analysts.
As Vaibhav prepares for his first season in IPL 2025, expectations are high. With the guidance of cricket legends like Rahul Dravid and playing alongside established stars such as Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswalhe is poised for significant growth as a cricketer. The management of Rajasthan Royals have expressed confidence in his abilities, indicating that they see him as an integral part of their future plans.
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