The Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur turned into a theatre of dreams on Monday evening as 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi unleashed an unforgettable storm in the IPL 2025 clash between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans. What unfolded was more than just a cricket match—it was a breakout moment that captured the imagination of fans and players alike.
Vaibhav, with an audacity that belied his age, tore into Gujarat’s seasoned bowling attack. With fearless stroke play and astonishing composure, he dispatched deliveries to all corners of the ground, sending maximums soaring with stunning ease. In a matter of just 35 balls, the teenager reached his maiden IPL century, eventually ending with a staggering 101 off 38 deliveries. It was a spectacle that not only turned the match on its head but also broke the internet as fans scrambled to witness the emergence of a new sensation.
What made the innings all the more remarkable was the endorsement it received from none other than cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar. Taking to X, the Master Blaster dissected what made the knock so impressive and offered glowing praise. “Vaibhav’s fearless approach, bat speed, picking the length early, and transferring the energy behind the ball was the recipe behind a fabulous innings. End result: 101 runs off 38 balls. Well played!!” wrote Tendulkar, highlighting the technical brilliance and mental fortitude that defined Vaibhav’s landmark performance.
In one evening, a young boy from Bihar not only carried the hopes of his franchise but also announced himself on the grandest T20 stage of them all, with a performance that promises this is only the beginning.
