History in the Making: Teen Titan Vaibhav Suryavanshi Debuts on IPL’s Grand Stage

Batting sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 14, turned the youngest IPL debutant in Rajasthan Royals' game against Lucknow Super Giants in Jaipur on April 19, 2025. Purchased for ₹1.1 crore in the 2024 mega auction, the left-handed opener replaced injured captain Sanju Samson as an Impact Substitute and stunned fans by scoring a six off his first ball.

 

Key Highlights:

 

Record-Breaking Debut: Became the youngest (14 years, 23 days) to debut in Bihar's senior circuit, breaking Prayas Ray Barman's 2019 record (16 years, 157 days).

 

Dazzling Knock: Smashed 34 off 20 balls (2 fours, 3 sixes) before his emotional dismissal when he was seen wiping away tears.

 

Rapid Rise: Played for India U-19, smashed a 58-ball century vs Australia, and a triple-century (332)* in Bihar's U-19 circuit.

 

RR head coach Rahul Dravid praised his "exciting talent," while netizens praised his composure under high-pressure situations.

 

Source: ESPNcricinfo, Rajasthan Royals, Times of India