Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Youngest Player to Secure IPL Contract

Day 2 of the IPL 2025 Auction witnessed a groundbreaking moment as 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest player ever to earn an IPL contract. The Rajasthan Royals, guided by the legendary Rahul Dravid, secured the prodigious talent for ₹1.10 crore. Bihar Cricket Association president Rakesh Tiwari lauded the young batter’s extraordinary achievement, expressing immense pride and confidence in his bright future.

Vaibhav has been making waves in cricket circles with his exceptional performances. He recently became the youngest batter to score an international century, achieving this remarkable feat in a Youth Test match for India Under-19 against Australia Under-19 in Chennai. Smashing 104 runs off just 62 balls, his blistering 58-ball century was the fastest by an Indian in Youth Tests and the second-fastest globally.

Earlier this year, Vaibhav added another feather to his cap by debuting in the Ranji Trophy for Bihar at the tender age of 12, setting the record as the youngest player in India’s premier First-Class cricket tournament. His journey continues to inspire cricket enthusiasts worldwide as he steps onto the IPL stage with unparalleled promise.