New Delhi: The countdown for IPL 2025 has begun, with less than a week left for the 18th season to kick off. The first match is scheduled for March 22, accompanied by a grand opening ceremony featuring Bollywood performances. However, before the tournament even begins, the spotlight is on 13-year-old cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
Who is Vaibhav Suryavanshi?
Despite being just 13 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has already impressed cricket experts with his fearless batting against top bowlers. Rajasthan Royals placed their trust in this young talent by signing him for a whopping ₹1.10 crore during the IPL 2025 mega auction. His exceptional batting skills have made him a viral sensation, with a practice video showcasing his ability to hit massive sixes.
During training, Vaibhav effortlessly smashed towering sixes, leaving batting coach Vikram Rathour astonished. While securing a spot in the playing XI might be challenging for the youngster, there is a possibility that he could get a few opportunities in IPL 2025.
Vaibhav’s Cricket Journey So Far
Vaibhav Suryavanshi has played only one T20 match in his career, where he scored 13 runs off six balls, including two sixes. He has also featured in five first-class matches, scoring 100 runs, and in six List A matches, where he amassed 132 runs.
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Vaibhav became an overnight sensation when he became the youngest player ever to be sold in an IPL auction at just 13 years old. His remarkable performance for India U-19 against Australia U-19, where he scored a century in a four-day match in Chennai, played a crucial role in his selection.
Born in Bihar, the left-handed batsman made his first-class debut in January 2024 and became the second-youngest player to feature in the Ranji Trophy. His extraordinary talent caught the attention of Rajasthan Royals’ management during trials in Nagpur, leading them to invest ₹1.10 crore in him at the IPL 2025 auction.
With IPL 2025 around the corner, all eyes will be on Vaibhav Suryavanshi to see if he can live up to the hype and make a mark on the biggest T20 stage in the world.