Vaibhav Suryavanshi: The Youngest Star in IPL History

At just 13 years and 243 days, Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player ever sold in IPL history.

Rajasthan Royals signing Vaibhav Suryavanshi for ₹1.10 crore during the 2025 IPL Mega auction.

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Vaibhav made headlines by scoring a remarkable 104 runs off just 58 balls against Australia U-19, becoming the youngest international centurion in cricket history at 13 years and 188 days

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Vaibhav Suryavanshi Born on March 27, 2011, in Samastipur, Bihar, Vaibhav's cricket journey began at age four

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Vaibhav Suryavanshi debuted in first-class cricket at just 12 years and 284 days, making him one of the youngest players to ever participate in the Ranji Trophy

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In the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, Vaibhav scored an impressive 400 runs across five matches

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The IPL auction saw intense competition between Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals for Vaibhav

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Vaibhav idolizes West Indies great Brian Lara, drawing inspiration from Lara's batting style and determination to succeed on the field

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