In the world of cricket, prodigies often emerge with a spark — but Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old batting sensation from Bihar, India, is blazing a trail unlike anything seen in years. After a record-breaking performance in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), where he smashed a century in just 35 balls, the young cricketer has not only captured attention at home but also across international borders.
From his explosive batting in the IPL to his dominant displays on India’s U19 tour of England, Suryavanshi’s meteoric rise has already started drawing comparisons with legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli — and he’s still just a teenager.
IPL Breakthrough and a Record to Remember
Vaibhav’s breakout moment came in the 2025 IPL season, where he made headlines by scoring the fastest century of the tournament — a blistering 100 off just 35 balls. That performance made the cricketing world sit up and take notice.
Soon after, he was selected for the India U19 Men’s Team tour of England. In the five One Day games, he scored an astonishing 355 runs at a strike rate of 174. He followed that up with a composed 56 off 44 balls in the first Youth Test match, showing maturity beyond his years.
His performances overseas were not only dominating scoreboards but also drawing crowds and attention, something rarely seen in youth-level cricket.
England Media and Experts Can’t Stop Talking
Daniel Peacock, a renowned analyst and statistician working with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), spoke to the Times of India about witnessing Vaibhav play live during the U19 series in England.
“The first time I saw him in the flesh was at Northamptonshire, and the buzz around him was surreal — more photographers, media presence, and even the BBC came to watch him,” Peacock recalled. “He scored 86 off just 31 balls in a rain-shortened match. The moment he pulled pacer Sebastian Morgan to the boundary and walked off to a standing ovation, you just knew this was a generational talent.”
Another standout innings came at New Road, Worcestershire, where Vaibhav dazzled with a masterful 143 off 78 balls — a near-perfect display of aggressive yet composed batting. “By the time he was out, everyone watching knew they had witnessed something truly special,” said Peacock.
Beyond just his numbers, Vaibhav has sparked genuine fan interest. Youth games that normally attract only die-hard cricket enthusiasts are now drawing in families, the media, and large groups of British-Indian supporters eager to watch him play.
Peacock added, “I haven’t seen a 14-year-old this good in any sport. People are starting to talk about him the way they spoke about Tendulkar and Kohli — maybe even with higher expectations.”
He emphasized that Vaibhav Suryavanshi has already become a name cricket fans across England recognize, even if they struggle to pronounce it. And the consensus in cricketing circles is clear: this young boy is destined for greatness.
Conclusion
At just 14, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has already done what many cricketers dream of doing in their entire careers. With talent, temperament, and the spotlight already on him, his journey is only beginning. As expectations rise and his performances continue to break records, one thing is certain — the cricket world will be watching his every move.
Stay tuned, because the next big thing in world cricket might already be here — and his name is Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
