Mon Nov 25 18:18:10 UTC 2024: ## Rajasthan Royals Secure 13-Year-Old Prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi in IPL 2025 Mega Auction

**Jaipur, [Date]:** The Rajasthan Royals created a sensation at the IPL 2025 mega auction, securing the services of 13-year-old cricketing prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi for a staggering ₹1.10 crore. This represents a significant jump from his base price of ₹30 lakh and makes him the youngest player ever to be purchased at an IPL auction.

Suryavanshi, a Bihar native, made his Ranji Trophy debut at the exceptionally young age of 12 years and 284 days in 2023. His talent shone brightly in the Under-19 ranks, where he famously scored a century against Australia Under-19s in Chennai, smashing 104 runs off just 62 balls. His impressive performances for India Under-19 attracted a bidding war, with the Delhi Capitals competing fiercely against Rajasthan Royals. While Delhi’s final bid reached ₹1 crore, Rajasthan ultimately secured the young batsman.

The Royals’ spending spree wasn’t limited to Suryavanshi. They also acquired Jofra Archer for ₹12.50 crore, Tushar Deshpande for ₹6.50 crore, Wanindu Hasaranga for ₹5.25 crore, Mahesh Theekshana for ₹4.40 crore, and Nitish Rana for ₹4.20 crore. The acquisition of Suryavanshi, however, stands out as a bold and unprecedented move, marking a significant investment in a player with immense potential. The team’s strategy clearly indicates a long-term vision focused on nurturing young talent.

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