Teen Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Slams 35-Ball Century, Lights Up IPL 2025

In a jaw-dropping display of raw talent, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi took the IPL by storm, hammering a 100 off only 35 balls for Rajasthan Royals. His blistering innings, featuring 11 sixes and 7 boundaries, stunned Gujarat Titans and thrilled fans worldwide.In the 47th fixture of IPL 2025, Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered a knock that will be remembered for years. Facing a quality Gujarat Titans bowling lineup, the young prodigy counterattacked with confidence beyond his years. With fearless shot selection and impeccable timing, he rocketed to a century in just 35 deliveries, ending with 101 runs from 38 balls at an astonishing strike rate of 265.78. The teenager’s explosive performance shifted the game’s momentum decisively in Rajasthan’s favor.
 

Fastest IPL Century by an Indian:

Vaibhav rewrote the record books, overtaking Yusuf Pathan’s 37-ball century to claim the fastest IPL hundred by an Indian batter. Though Chris Gayle's 30-ball milestone remains unmatched overall, Suryavanshi now holds a proud place in Indian T20 history.

Youngest Player to Score an IPL Century:

At just 14 years and 32 days old, Vaibhav etched his name into the record books as the youngest player ever to score an IPL hundred — a feat never before achieved by someone so young.
 Suryavanshi also joined elite company by smashing 11 sixes — equaling the record for the most maximums hit in a single IPL innings.

Legends Applaud the Young Star

Cricketing icons were left in awe of 14-year-old Vaibhav’s stunning performance. Sachin Tendulkar praised his calmness, timing, and rare brilliance, calling the innings “once in a generation.” Suryakumar Yadav admired Vaibhav’s fearless dominance, noting how he didn’t just play — he owned the moment. Yusuf Pathan, whose record was broken, offered heartfelt congratulations, saying it was even more special to see it happen in Royals colours. Together, the legends hailed Vaibhav as a rising force.