Overview
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi, at just 14 years and 32 days old, scored a 35-ball century, the fastest by an Indian in IPL history and the second-fastest overall behind Chris Gayle.
- The left-handed opener struck 101 off 38 balls, including 11 sixes and 7 fours, leading Rajasthan Royals to an eight-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in a 210-run chase completed in just 15.5 overs.
- Cricket legends, including Sachin Tendulkar and Yuvraj Singh, praised Suryavanshi’s fearless approach and composure, with many dubbing him Indian cricket’s next superstar.
- Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar announced a Rs 10 lakh reward for Suryavanshi, celebrating his achievement as a source of pride for the state and the nation.
- Rajasthan Royals coach Rahul Dravid emphasized the need for a strong support system to help Suryavanshi navigate early fame and sustain his development as a cricketer.