Fourth-Youngest Ranji Trophy Player Ever
In January 2024, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made his first-class debut for Bihar against a formidable Mumbai side in the Ranji Trophy. At a reported age of just 12 years and 284 days, he became the fourth-youngest player to ever feature in India's premier domestic
tournament. It was a significant moment, placing him in an elite club of prodigies who started their senior cricket journey before their teenage years were in full swing. This debut against one of the strongest teams in the country was a clear signal of the faith the Bihar cricket association had in his extraordinary abilities.
Youngest to Score a Duleep Trophy Half-Century
In August 2026, Sooryavanshi shattered a 57-year-old record in the Duleep Trophy, a tournament featuring the best players from different zones in India. Playing for East Zone, he became the youngest-ever player to score a half-century in the tournament's history at 15 years and 157 days. He reached the milestone in a blistering 42 balls, ultimately scoring 92 runs. The previous record was held by Laxman Singh since 1969. Sooryavanshi narrowly missed out on breaking Sachin Tendulkar's record for the youngest centurion in the tournament, but his aggressive and confident knock against a high-quality attack was a major statement.
Youngest to Score a Century in Men's T20 Cricket
During the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), Sooryavanshi achieved a milestone that stunned the cricketing world. At just 14 years and 32 days, he became the youngest player to score a century in a professional men's T20 match. Playing for Rajasthan Royals, he smashed a sensational 101 off just 38 balls against the Gujarat Titans. His innings was a showcase of fearless power-hitting, demonstrating a maturity and skill level far beyond his years. This record placed him firmly in the global spotlight as one of the most exciting young talents in the shortest format of the game.
Youngest Centurion in Men's List A Cricket
The records kept tumbling in the one-day format as well. During the 2025-26 Vijay Hazare Trophy, India's premier domestic 50-over competition, Sooryavanshi set another age-related benchmark. He became the youngest batter to score a century in men's List A cricket at 14 years and 272 days. Playing for Bihar against Arunachal Pradesh, he didn't just get a hundred; he scored a phenomenal 190 off only 84 balls. During that innings, he also reached 150 in a mere 59 balls, another record-breaking feat of explosive batting that left spectators and analysts in awe.
Most Sixes in a Single IPL Season
While his debut season was about youthful promise, his second IPL season in 2026 was about sheer dominance. Sooryavanshi broke the long-standing record for the most sixes in a single T20 tournament. He finished the IPL 2026 season with an incredible 72 sixes, surpassing the previous record of 59 held by West Indian legend Chris Gayle. This achievement underscored his development into one of the most destructive batters in the league. He won the Orange Cap for the most runs (776), the Most Valuable Player award, and the Emerging Player award, cementing his status as a certified superstar of the format.
