Social Media erupts as 14-Year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes fastest IPL ton by an Indian

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Apr 29, 2025, 09:43 IST

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Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old, stunned the IPL by smashing the fastest century by an Indian, achieving the feat in just 35 balls. His explosive innings of 101, including 11 sixes and seven fours, propelled Rajasthan Royals to victory. Cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh lauded Suryavanshi's fearless approach and exceptional talent, marking him as a future star.

Social Media erupts as 14-Year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes fastest IPL ton by an Indian

Jaipur: Rajasthan Royals' Vaibhav Suryavanshi celebrates his century during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 cricket match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans, in Jaipur. (PTI Photo)

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi created history by scoring the fastest century by an Indian in IPL history on Monday night, leading Rajasthan Royals to an eight-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium. His explosive innings of 101 runs came off just 38 balls, including 11 sixes and seven fours, with 94 runs scored through boundaries.
Suryavanshi's remarkable innings saw him partner with Yashasvi Jaiswal in a 166-run stand. At 14 years and 32 days, he became the youngest centurion in tournament history, surpassing previous record holders Manish Pandey, Rishabh Pant, and Devdutt Padikkal.

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Previous record holder Yusuf Pathan congratulated the young talent, stating: "Many congratulations to young #VaibhavSuryavanshi for breaking my record of the fastest @IPL hundred by an Indian! Even more special to see it happen while playing for @rajasthanroyals, just like I did. There's truly something magical about this franchise for youngsters. Long way to go, champ!"

Mohammed Shami praised the youngster: "Vaibhav Suryavanshi, what an incredible talent..Scoring a century at just 14 is unreal. Keep shining brother .... #IPLCentury #vaibhavsuryavanshi"

Former cricket star Yuvraj Singh expressed his amazement: "What were you doing at 14?!! This kid is taking on the best bowlers in the world without blinking an eyelid! Vaibhav Suryavanshi — remember the name! Playing with a fearless attitude. Proud to see the next generation shine! #VaibhavSuryavanshi #GTvsRR"

Cricket commentator Ian Bishop acknowledged the achievement: "14 yr old Vaibhav Suryavanshi has bludgeoned an IPL century in 2025 off 35 deliveries. Remarkable"

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Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar analyzed the innings: "Vaibhav's fearless approach, bat speed, picking the length early, and transferring the energy behind the ball was the recipe behind a fabulous innings. End result: 101 runs off 38 balls"

The cricketing fraternity took to social media to celebrate this extraordinary achievement, recognizing the emergence of a new talent in Indian cricket.

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