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At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is fast becoming a global teenage cricket sensation. His explosive performances in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 for Rajasthan Royals, followed by a fiery run in the India U19 England tour, have made him a household name. The southpaw’s rapid scoring and bold stroke play have captured imaginations far beyond Indian shores. His latest fan moment, where two girls drove six hours in England just to meet him, is now going viral. It marks a new chapter in how quickly Suryavanshi is building an international fandom few teenagers have ever experienced.
Two girls make 6-hour journey to meet teen star Vaibhav Suryavanshi
The growing craze for Vaibhav reached new heights in Worcester when two teenage girls, Aanya and Rivaa, completed a six-hour drive just to meet their idol. Wearing the Royals’ signature pink jerseys, the duo posed for photos with the young star, capturing a wholesome moment that quickly went viral.
The Royals’ official social handle shared the photo with a caption that celebrated the passion of young supporters. The girls, who are reportedly the same age as Vaibhav, mirrored the devotion often reserved for cricket legends decades older. That such admiration is being shown toward a 14-year-old speaks volumes about his reach and charisma.
Fans across the UK are now traveling to youth ODIs and Tests, hoping for a glimpse or autograph from the southpaw. With no marketing blitz behind him, Suryavanshi has organically built a fanbase driven purely by talent and authenticity. In an age of manufactured stardom, this rise feels real, emotional, and historic. For young cricketers and young fans alike, he’s already more than a player, he’s an inspiration.
Proof why we have the best fans 🫡
🚗 Drove for 6 hours to Worcester
👚 Wore their Pink
🇮🇳 Cheered for Vaibhav & Team IndiaAanya and Rivaa, as old as Vaibhav himself, had a day to remember 💗
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals)
Vaibhav continues IPL red-hot form on India U19 England tour
Vaibhav’s cricketing journey has been jaw-dropping from the very beginning. Picked up at the IPL 2025 auction by the Royals for INR 1.1 crore at the age of 13, he immediately grabbed attention by smashing a 35-ball century against Gujarat Titans, the second-fastest ton in IPL history and the fastest ever by a teenager. That thunderous knock turned him into an overnight icon.
Now with the India U19 team in England, he has continued the fireworks, his 143 off 78 balls in the fourth youth ODI was a masterclass of controlled aggression. That knock also made him the record holder for the fastest youth ODI century, breaking Pakistan’s Kamran Ghulam’s record. Across five matches, he racked up 355 runs, leading India to a 3-2 series victory despite a minor setback in the fifth ODI. The left-hander is now preparing for the Youth Test series beginning July 12 at Beckenham, ready to prove his mettle in the longer format too. From his fearless first-ball six off Shardul Thakur to his growing maturity in the U19 setup, Suryavanshi is proving he’s not a one-tournament wonder.
