RR vs GT Highlights, IPL 2025: Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 14, Shatters Records, Keeps RR Afloat In IPL 2025
Ahmedabad, April 28, 2025 – In one of the most unforgettable nights in IPL history, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi emerged as a cricketing phenomenon, leading Rajasthan Royals (RR) to a stunning victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The young prodigy not only guided his team to a crucial win but also smashed multiple world records, announcing his arrival on the big stage in dramatic fashion.
A Star is Born: Youngest to Score a Fifty in IPL
Walking in to bat under pressure with RR at 32/2 chasing GT’s formidable total of 182, Vaibhav displayed nerves of steel. Unfazed by the occasion or the opposition’s bowling attack, he played with the poise of a veteran and the flair of a natural talent. He reached his half-century in just 29 balls, making him the youngest player in IPL and T20 franchise history to score a fifty — breaking the previous record held by Afghanistan’s Mohammad Shehzad.
Match-Winning Knock
Vaibhav remained unbeaten on 78 off 48 balls, laced with 6 boundaries and 4 sixes. His calculated aggression and mature shot selection left commentators and fans stunned. What stood out even more was his ability to rotate strike and anchor the innings during crucial moments, forming key partnerships with Jos Buttler and later with Shimron Hetmyer.
With 12 runs needed off the last over, the teenager confidently hit a six and a four to seal the victory with 2 balls remaining, sparking wild celebrations in the RR dugout.
Social Media Eruption & Global Praise
Within minutes, #VaibhavSuryavanshi was trending worldwide. Cricket legends such as Sachin Tendulkar, AB de Villiers, and Ricky Ponting took to social media to congratulate the youngster, calling him “India’s future” and “a once-in-a-generation talent.”
Records Broken by Vaibhav Suryavanshi Tonight:
- Youngest player to score a 50 in IPL – 14 years, 184 days
- Youngest Player of the Match winner in IPL
- Highest score by a player under 15 in professional T20 cricket
- Most runs in debut IPL innings by a teenager
RR’s Playoff Hopes Alive
The win lifts Rajasthan Royals to 5th place on the IPL 2025 points table, keeping them in strong contention for a playoff spot with just three matches left in the league stage. Captain Sanju Samson praised the youngster in the post-match presentation, saying:
“We knew he had talent, but what he showed tonight was beyond belief. This is just the beginning for Vaibhav.”
What’s Next for RR and Vaibhav?
Rajasthan Royals will now face Mumbai Indians in their next fixture, and all eyes will once again be on the wonder kid from Uttar Pradesh. With this breakout performance, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has not only become the heartbeat of RR’s campaign but also a symbol of India’s rich cricketing future.
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