Worcester, England – India’s U19 sensation, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, has been the undisputed star of the ongoing Youth ODI series against England U19, captivating audiences with a series of explosive innings that have rewritten record books. The 14-year-old left-handed batsman from Bihar has consistently delivered stunning performances, culminating in a historic century that has left cricket pundits and fans alike in awe.
In the fourth Youth ODI, Suryavanshi unleashed a breathtaking display of power-hitting, smashing 143 runs off just 78 balls. His innings was a masterclass in aggressive batting, adorned with 13 fours and a remarkable 10 sixes. This monumental knock not only powered India U19 to a commanding total of 363/9, securing a 55-run victory and sealing the series 3-1, but also etched his name in the annals of youth cricket history.
Suryavanshi’s century came off a mere 52 balls, making it the fastest ever century in Men’s Youth ODIs. He surpassed the previous record held by Pakistan’s Kamran Ghulam, who had achieved the milestone in 53 deliveries against England back in 2013. Furthermore, at 14 years and 100 days old, he became the youngest ever centurion in Youth ODIs globally, eclipsing Bangladesh’s Najmul Hossain Shanto’s record.
This sensational performance is not an isolated incident. Throughout the series, Suryavanshi has demonstrated remarkable consistency and audacious strokeplay. In the third Youth ODI, he played a crucial role in India’s four-wicket victory with a blistering 86 runs off just 31 balls, including nine sixes and six fours. This innings also saw him record the second-fastest fifty by an Indian in Youth ODIs (20 balls), only behind Rishabh Pant’s 18-ball effort. He also set a new Indian U19 record for most sixes in an innings.
His series began with a quickfire 48 off 19 balls in the first match and a solid 45 off 34 deliveries in the second. With scores of 48, 45, 86, and 143, Suryavanshi leads the batting charts in the series, showcasing an incredible strike rate that speaks volumes about his fearless approach.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi first made headlines when he became the youngest player to secure an IPL contract at just 13 years old, being signed by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 auction. He further announced his arrival in the T20 league with an astonishing 101 runs off just 38 deliveries, becoming the youngest centurion in men’s T20 cricket and hitting the second-fastest IPL century.
His talent has drawn comparisons to some of India’s cricketing greats. Commentators have noted his clean hitting and aggressive instincts, drawing parallels to Rishabh Pant, and some even invoking Sachin Tendulkar for his overall potential. While his aggression is lauded, there’s also a consensus on the need for him to develop strike rotation and long-form endurance.
With his record-breaking feats and consistent high-impact performances, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is undoubtedly a name to watch in the future of Indian and international cricket. His current tour of England has firmly established him as a prodigious talent, hinting at a very bright and exciting career ahead.
Teenage Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Lights Up England Tour with Record-Breaking Innings
