Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Suryavanshi has created history by becoming the youngest player ever to score a century in T20 cricket. At just 14 years and 32 days, Suryavanshi achieved the landmark during his record-breaking innings against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025 at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur.
The 14-year-old prodigy surpassed the previous record held by Vijay Zol, who had scored a T20 century at 18 years and 118 days for Maharashtra against Mumbai in 2013. Other notable names on the list include Pervez Hossain Emon, who struck a century for Barishal at 18 years and 179 days, and Gustav McKeon from France, who hit a ton at 18 years and 280 days against Switzerland in 2022.
Suryavanshi’s century was not just about reaching the milestone; it was the manner in which he achieved it that captured global attention. Facing a daunting Gujarat Titans bowling lineup, he raced to his hundred in just 36 balls, striking 7 fours and 11 sixes. His fearless strokeplay included attacking top-class bowlers like Rashid Khan, completing his century with a spectacular six that left fans and cricket legends in awe.
This remarkable achievement has positioned Vaibhav Suryavanshi as one of the most exciting talents in world cricket, marking the beginning of what promises to be a sensational career. His record will now serve as an inspiration for young cricketers around the globe dreaming of making it big at an early age.
