Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a young boy from a small village in Bihar, is making waves in Indian cricket. At just 13 years old, he has achieved something extraordinary. In the IPL 2025 mega auction, he became the youngest player ever shortlisted. The Rajasthan Royals signed him for INR 1.1 crore after a fierce bidding war with Delhi Capitals.
Before the auction, Rajasthan Royals invited Vaibhav for trials in Nagpur. He impressed everyone by smashing eight sixes and four fours. In a match simulation, he scored 17 runs in one over, earning praise from coaches and fans alike.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Early Life and Beginnings
Vaibhav was born on March 27, 2011, in Tajpur village, Bihar. His father, Sanjeev, a farmer, noticed his love for cricket early on. To support Vaibhav’s dream, Sanjeev sold his farm and built a small practice area in their backyard.
When Vaibhav turned nine, he joined a cricket academy in Samastipur. After two years of training, he tried out for the Vijay Merchant Trophy. Although he was too young to play, he caught the attention of coach Manish Ojha, a former Ranji player. With Ojha’s guidance, Vaibhav’s skills improved rapidly.
Rising Through the Ranks
By the age of 12, Vaibhav had already made a name for himself in Bihar. He amassed 400 runs in just five matches during the Vinoo Mankad Trophy. Subsequently, he became a part of India B’s U-19 team for a quadrangular series in 2023, where he faced off against teams from India, England, and Bangladesh.
Though he didn’t make the U-19 World Cup squad, Vaibhav impressed selectors at a U-23 camp. He earned a spot in Bihar’s Ranji Trophy team and made his debut in January 2024. At just 12 years and 284 days old, he became one of the youngest players to play first-class cricket in India.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Record-Breaking Performances
In September 2024, Vaibhav made his first appearance for the Indian U-19 team against Australia in Chennai. He scored a blistering 104 runs not out at a run-rate of 62 hitting 14 fours and five massive sixes. His hundred remains the fastest by an Indian at the youth level in the Cricket Test series and the second fastest globally.
A Bright Future Ahead
Vaibhav is about to become a part of the Indian squad for the upcoming Asia Cup for the Under-19 which is going to take place in UAE. Vaibhav’s journey from his village to the big stage is truly inspiring for many. He looks up to Brian Lara and dreams of becoming a legend in the game himself. Even though his career is just starting, his skills and dedication have already positioned him as one of the players to keep an eye on.
