Thu May 01 16:10:00 UTC 2025: ## 14-Year-Old Cricketer Makes History in IPL, Becomes Youngest T20 Centurion
**Jaipur, India** – Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 14-year-old from Bihar, has etched his name in IPL history, becoming the youngest cricketer ever to score a T20 century. His remarkable 101 runs for the Rajasthan Royals against the Gujarat Titans earlier this week included a record-breaking partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal.
Suryavanshi’s innings, which included the second-fastest century in IPL history and the joint-most sixes by an Indian batsman in a single innings, propelled the Royals to a record-breaking chase of 210 runs in just 15.5 overs. His performance also saw him achieve the highest boundary percentage in a T20 century, with 94 of his runs coming from boundaries.
Rajasthan Royals coach Rahul Dravid praised Suryavanshi’s calm temperament and natural talent, highlighting his enjoyment of the game as a key strength. Dravid emphasized the importance of Suryavanshi’s integration into the team, ensuring his comfort and gradual exposure to the challenges of professional cricket. He also noted the mentorship role played by experienced Royals players like Jaiswal, Dhruv Jurel, Riyan Parag, and Sanju Samson, who have guided the young star.
Dravid further commented on the team’s collective excitement during Suryavanshi’s century-clinching six, expressing relief and joy at the successful shot. The coach also underlined the team’s focus on Suryavanshi’s holistic development, encompassing physical and mental growth alongside his cricketing skills. The team’s strategy involves carefully managing his exposure to pace and variety in bowling attacks while nurturing his immense potential.
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