Vaibhav Suryavanshi, just 14 years old, created history in the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Monday by becoming the youngest player to score a half-century. Representing Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Suryavanshi reached the milestone in just 17 balls — the quickest fifty of the IPL 2025 season.
The teenager showed no mercy against seasoned Indian pacers Ishant Sharma and Mohammed Siraj. In a dominant display during Ishant’s over, Suryavanshi hammered 28 runs, forcing the veteran bowler to deliver two wides under pressure.
Suryavanshi wasted no time setting the tone, smashing a six off Mohammed Siraj on only his third ball faced in the innings. His explosive innings also marked the second-fastest fifty ever by a Rajasthan Royals player and the fastest against Gujarat Titans in IPL history.
The Rajasthan Royals camp erupted in celebration as Suryavanshi achieved his record-breaking feat, with teammate Yashasvi Jaiswal warmly embracing the young sensation in recognition of his electrifying performance.
Opening alongside Jaiswal, Suryavanshi launched a brutal assault from the outset, with the pair amassing 87 runs during the powerplay. Ishant Sharma, in particular, bore the brunt of their aggressive approach.
Replacing Sanju Samson:
Suryavanshi was drafted into the Royals’ squad earlier this season after captain Sanju Samson was sidelined due to a side strain. Making his debut against Lucknow Super Giants, the left-handed batter scored 34 runs, followed by a 16-run knock against Royal Challengers Bangalore. Notably, he had begun his IPL 2025 journey with a first-ball six off Shardul Thakur.
Returning to Monday’s match, Rajasthan Royals posted a formidable total of 209/4 in 20 overs, propelled by half-centuries from Shubman Gill (84) and Jos Buttler (unbeaten 50). Maheesha Theekshana starred with the ball for the Royals, picking up two wickets.