Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is a young Indian cricketer. He plays for Bihar in domestic cricket. He represents Rajasthan Royals in the IPL. He made headlines very early because of his age. He made his first-class debut in January 2024 against Mumbai. He was just 12 years and 284 days old at that time. This made him one of the youngest players in Ranji Trophy history.
He also became the youngest modern-era cricketer to play first-class cricket in India. Earlier records like Yuvraj Singh were older when they debuted. Only a few historical players were younger in Indian domestic cricket.
In 2024, he also made his T20 debut in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He was just 13 years and 241 days old. Later the same year, he made his List A debut in the Vijay Hazare Trophy at 13 years and 269 days. That made him the youngest Indian to play List A cricket.
In 2025–26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, he played a very explosive innings. He scored a 36-ball century against Arunachal Pradesh. In that match, he also scored 190 runs off 84 balls. He hit many fours and sixes and broke several records in the process.
There has also been some discussion about his official age. Some questions were raised based on old interviews. His family has said his recorded birth date is correct. They also said he has passed BCCI age verification tests.
5 Fun Facts You Didn’t Know About Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
The ‘AI Chip’ Joke That Went Viral
After smashing 103 off just 37 balls, people jokingly accused Vaibhav of having an AI chip in his bat. His reply was pure gold: “Bhagwaan ne laga ke diya hai” (God has installed it in my bat). That cheeky sense of humour instantly shut down the silly rumor. A teenager with the wit of a veteran.
His Game-Day Secret Is Watching Cartoons
To get in the zone before a match, Vaibhav doesn’t listen to pump-up music or analyze opponents. Instead, he kicks back and watches cartoons. He says it helps him relax and reminds him that “I’m still a kid.” A 15-year-old cricketer who stays young at heart. No stress, just fun.
An Aussie Legend Asked Him for a Selfie
After Vaibhav smashed 93 off 38 balls against LSG, coach Justin Langer walked over and asked for a selfie. Langer later revealed he had only done this twice in his life – once with his childhood idol, and once with Vaibhav. A pretty cool way to get praised by a true legend of the game.
Team Runs Matter More Than Personal Glory
While every batter dreams of centuries, Vaibhav’s father taught him a simple rule. He said, if your team doesn’t win, personal hundreds are worthless. He says, “If I score 80 instead of a hundred and my team wins… that 80 means more to me than the hundred.” Mature mindset for a 15-year-old.
Joked About His Own Birthday Party’s Cost
For his 15th birthday, Vaibhav hosted a bash for all his Rajasthan Royals teammates. When talking about the cost, he was hilariously honest, quipping, “All this is very expensive, but what can I do. I have to manage.” He stays refreshingly down-to-earth while breaking records.
FAQs
Q. Which teams does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi play for?
A. Sooryavanshi plays domestic cricket for Bihar. He plays in the IPL for Rajasthan Royals.
Q. When did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi make his first-class debut?
A. Sooryavanshi made his first-class debut in January 2024.
Q. What record did Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set in List A cricket?
A. Sooryavanshi became the youngest Indian to play List A cricket. He debuted at 13 years and 269 days.
Q. What is his most explosive known innings?
A. Sooryavanshi scored 190 runs off 84 balls. He also hit a 36-ball century in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26.
Q. What position does Vaibhav Sooryavanshi bat in?
A. Sooryavanshi is a left-handed top-order batter.
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