Jaipur, April 29 – While the cricketing world is in awe of his fearless strokeplay, for 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi, hitting a six on the first ball is just another normal part of his game. Showing remarkable composure, Suryavanshi seemed unaffected by the magnitude of the occasion as he stunned the IPL with his blistering century against Gujarat Titans.
In just his third IPL match, Suryavanshi scored a sensational 101 runs off 38 balls, smashing 11 sixes and seven fours, becoming the youngest-ever centurion in T20 cricket history. In his debut match against Lucknow Super Giants, he had already made an impression by scoring 34 runs off 20 balls and hitting a six off his very first delivery.
As per agency report, speaking to the IPLT20 website after Rajasthan Royals’ win over Gujarat Titans on Monday night, Suryavanshi said that hitting a six off the first ball felt natural to him. He explained that having played for India’s Under-19 team and at the domestic level, he had already developed the habit of attacking from the start without feeling pressured by the first few deliveries.
He mentioned that although he was facing international bowlers and performing on a big stage, he remained focused solely on his game plan — if the ball was in his hitting zone, he would go for the shot without hesitation.
Born in Samastipur, Bihar, three years after the IPL’s inception, Suryavanshi credited his parents, Sanjeev and Arti, for his achievements. He expressed deep gratitude, revealing how his mother manages with just three hours of sleep daily to support his intense practice routine, and how his father left his job to dedicate himself entirely to nurturing Suryavanshi’s cricketing career. His elder brother now manages the family's responsibilities, allowing Suryavanshi to pursue his dream.
He reflected on their sacrifices, stating that hard work, guided by divine support, never goes unrewarded, and attributed his success to his parents’ unwavering dedication.
Despite being in the spotlight at such a young age, Suryavanshi remains grounded, emphasizing that his ultimate goal is to play for India. He pledged to continue working hard until he reaches the highest level and aspires to perform well for the country in the future.
