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In an unforgettable IPL 2025 fixture at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium on April 28, Rajasthan Royals’ teenage prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi scripted history by hammering a blazing century that left fans and legends in awe—including head coach Rahul Dravid, who stood up from his wheelchair to applaud the youngster’s brilliance.
Batting first, Gujarat Titans posted a daunting total of 210, but Suryavanshi, opening the innings alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, turned the run-chase into a spectacle. The 14-year-old southpaw notched up his fifty in just 17 balls before reaching the three-figure mark in a mere 35 deliveries, dispatching a Rashid Khan delivery over deep mid-wicket for six to complete his ton.
In doing so, Vaibhav shattered multiple records:
- Became the youngest player to score a T20 fifty, surpassing Hassan Eisakhil.
- Broke Vijay Zol’s record to become the youngest T20 centurion.
- Registered the fastest IPL century by an Indian, eclipsing Yusuf Pathan’s 37-ball hundred in 2009.
- Only Chris Gayle’s 30-ball ton for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in 2013 remains ahead in the all-time IPL list.
Rahul Dravid gets off his wheelchair to celebrate Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s 100
Dravid, currently recovering from a cricket-related injury in Bengaluru and bound to a wheelchair, showed visible emotion as he stood up to applaud Vaibhav’s masterclass. The Royals’ dugout followed with cheers and a standing ovation, underlining the magnitude of the young talent’s achievement.
Suryavanshi eventually fell for 101 off 38 balls, laced with 7 fours and 11 sixes, bowled by Prasidh Krishna. His partnership with Jaiswal yielded a colossal 166 runs in just 11.5 overs, effectively sealing the game for the Royals.
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Rajasthan Royals seal victory with ease
After Suryavanshi’s dismissal, Yashasvi Jaiswal calmly guided RR to victory, remaining unbeaten on 70 off 40 deliveries. The Royals overhauled the 210-run target with 25 balls to spare, registering a comprehensive eight-wicket win.
This performance not only earned Rajasthan crucial points but also signaled the arrival of a generational talent in Suryavanshi, whose fearless brand of cricket has already become the talk of the tournament.
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