Introduction
The IPL 2025 season delivered another unforgettable night as 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi set the tournament ablaze with a record-breaking 35-ball century. Rajasthan Royals cruised to a dominant victory over Gujarat Titans in Jaipur. From emotional celebrations to major announcements about the IPL’s future, here are the top 10 highlights you can’t miss!
1. Rajasthan Royals Beat Gujarat Titans by 8 Wickets
Chasing a massive 210-run target, Rajasthan Royals wrapped up the chase in just 15.5 overs. Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s sensational century and Yashasvi Jaiswal’s composed 70* ensured a thrilling victory at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.
2. Vaibhav Suryavanshi Becomes Youngest IPL Centurion
At just 14 years and 32 days old, Suryavanshi became the youngest-ever player to score a century in the IPL, achieving his hundred in only 35 balls — the second-fastest in IPL history.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi – Remember the name. What the 14-year-old kid achieved on Monday at such a tender age is what dreams are made of. Playing in only his third IPL 2025 match, Vaibhav Suryavanshi slammed a 35-ball ton for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans in Jaipur. It is the least number of balls taken by an Indian to score a ton in the IPL. At 14 years and 32 days, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is now the youngest ever to slam a century in T20 cricket. However, the fairytale journey that started from Samastipur, Bihar, has not been easy at all.
Even with baby fat refusing to leave the contours of his cheeks, the stable core and holding his shape are things that stand out.
The basics built through those hours of toil in Patna, playing 600 balls a day from the age of 10 did show its results. The days of facing 16-17 year old net bowlers for whom his father Sanjiv Suryavanshi, would pack 10 extra tiffin boxes haven’t gone waste.
The decision of the Suryavanshi family to put all their eggs in one basket and have no Plan B by selling farm land to fuel their son’s cricketing ambitions will certainly become a part of cricketing folklores that will be spoken in years to come.
Vaibhav, who kickstarted his IPL career by slamming a sixer against Shardul Thakur on his very first ball in the competition, has now made 151 runs in three matches at an average of 75.50 and a strike rate of 222.05, with the best score of 101*.
During the IPL mega-auction last year, one of the biggest surprises that emerged was Suryavanshi becoming a Royal for Rs 1.1 crore. Born on March 27, 2011, in Bihar, Vaibhav is the youngest player on the list. He made his first-class debut for Bihar in January 2024 at just 12 years and 284 days old. Last year, he was part of India U19’s match against Australia in Chennai, where he smashed a 58-ball century.
He also made his T20 debut for Bihar during the SMAT 2024 tournament, though he could not score much in his only outing. He was also the seventh-highest run-getter in the ACC Under 19 Asia Cup 2024-25. He scored 176 runs in 5 matches in the tournament with a highest score of 76*.
With ANI and PTI inputs
3. Turning Point: 28 Runs Off Ishant Sharma’s Over
The match tilted dramatically when Suryavanshi hammered 28 runs off a single Ishant Sharma over, showcasing his fearless batting against the veteran Indian pacer.
4. Yashasvi Jaiswal: The Unsung Hero
While Suryavanshi stole the limelight, Jaiswal anchored the chase masterfully, scoring an unbeaten 70 off 40 balls to keep Rajasthan on course.
5. Rahul Dravid’s Emotional Celebration
Despite a leg injury, Rajasthan Royals’ head coach Rahul Dravid jumped up from his wheelchair in celebration of Suryavanshi’s remarkable innings — a rare emotional moment from the cricketing legend.
6. Vaibhav Suryavanshi Wins 4 Match Awards
- Super Striker of the Match
- My11Circle Fantasy King
- Most Sixes Award
- Player of the Match
7. Cricket Legends Hail the Young Star
Rohit Sharma, Sachin Tendulkar, and other legends praised Suryavanshi’s fearless century, calling it a defining moment for Indian cricket’s future.
8. Ravichandran Ashwin Receives Padma Shri
Chennai Super Kings’ and India’s seasoned spinner Ravichandran Ashwin was awarded the prestigious Padma Shri at Rashtrapati Bhavan, celebrating his outstanding contributions to cricket.
9. IPL Expansion Plans: 94 Matches by 2028
IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal confirmed expansion plans to increase the IPL schedule to 94 matches by 2028, aiming for a bigger, more competitive tournament without adding new teams.
10. Delhi Capitals vs Kolkata Knight Riders: Match 48 Preview
Tonight, the Delhi Capitals face off against Kolkata Knight Riders at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. With the playoff race heating up, both teams will be eager for a win in Match 48.
Conclusion
April 29th will be remembered as the night Vaibhav Suryavanshi etched his name in IPL history. As the tournament intensifies, expect more drama, surprises, and record-breaking performances. Stay tuned for the latest IPL 2025 match updates and breaking news!