Vaidehi Bhargava
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old cricket prodigy from Bihar, has become the youngest player in Indian Premier League (IPL) history after being signed by the Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.10 crore during the 2025 auction. Born in Tajpur village, his cricket journey began at the age of four, supported by his father, Sanjeev, who sold land to fund Vaibhav’s training. Vaibhav quickly rose through the ranks, making his first-class debut for Bihar in the Ranji Trophy at just 12 years and 284 days, becoming one of the youngest debutants in Indian cricket history.
In September 2024, Vaibhav showcased his talent on the international stage by scoring 104 off 62 balls against Australia in a Youth Test match, becoming the youngest international centurion. Known for his fearless batting, he idolizes Brian Lara and trains under renowned coaches like Wasim Jaffer. Earlier, he made headlines for an unbeaten 332-run knock in an under-19 tournament in Bihar.
The Royals secured him after a competitive bidding war, impressed by his performance during trials, where he smashed eight sixes and four fours. Cricket enthusiasts now eagerly await his IPL debut, as he represents the next generation of Indian cricketing talent.