Vaibhav Suryavanshi Creates History, Becomes Youngest Batsman to Score a Century in SMAT

Indian cricket is witnessing the rise of a player whose records do not match his age. At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has rewritten history. He achieved this feat by becoming the youngest batsman to score a century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). He created a stir in the cricketing world by scoring 108 runs off 61 balls against Maharashtra at the prestigious Eden Gardens.

This match will be remembered for one major reason! A teenager entered the middle and batted with the courage, maturity and firepower of a seasoned T20 superstar. With seven fours and seven big sixes, Suryavanshi changed the complexion of the game and guided Bihar to a strong score of 176/3.

What makes this performance even more remarkable is the fact that the youngster came into this match after low scores of 14, 13 and 5. Although expectations were high and critics were already starting to raise questions, he answered the doubters.

A Century of Records, Not Just Runs

Suryakumar’s innings was special on many counts.

• Youngest centurion in SMAT history.
• Reached His Century In 58 Balls – Incredibly the slowest of his three T20 centuries
• Already a third career century in just 16 professional T20 matches

The Bihar vice-captain dominated wherever he played the innings. He honed his acceleration to perfection and then handled Maharashtra’s bowling attack like a seasoned player of the format.

Meanwhile, Maharashtra put up a strong fight, reaching 174/7 at the time of reporting, setting up a thrilling finish. But whatever the final result, this match is already etched in cricketing history.

Teen Phenomenon Shatters Records

The rise of Vaibhav Suryavanshi did not begin with SMAT 2025. The world had glimpses of his power much earlier this year when he became:

• Youngest-ever player in the IPL at 14 years and 23 days
• The youngest IPL centurion, only 9 days later, with a 35-ball 100 against Gujarat Titans.
• Holder of the fastest IPL century by an Indian and the second-fastest overall, behind Chris Gayle.

From IPL to U19 tournaments, his blade has been unstoppable:

• Scored 143 in an U19 ODI, the fastest and youngest century ever in the format
• Scored a century against Australia U19 in Brisbane in a Youth Test.
• Scored 144 off just 42 balls for India A in the Rising Stars Asia Cup, smashing 11 fours and 15 sixes.

Statisticians around the world can’t believe it! However, his international representative century off 32 balls made him the youngest player to score a century. And that too, for any national representative team at senior level – breaking a 20-year-old record.

What makes Suryakumar a once-in-a-generation talent?

His batting combines:

• Fearless stroke play
• Skills: Elite hand-eye coordination
• Unbelievable game awareness for his age.
• Ability to perform under pressure

At 14, most cricketers are just beginning their school-level progression. But Suryavanshi is already:

• Dominating senior domestic cricket
• Piling runs in international youth tournaments
• While troubling world-class bowlers in franchise leagues,

Selectors, analysts and former cricketers have compared him to greats: some point to the spirited opener Virat Kohli, while others point to the explosive batting DNA of Suryakumar Yadav and Rishabh Pant. However, there is consensus on one thing: there has never been a teenage talent like him.

The Role of Bihar Cricket

Bihar cricket has not traditionally been considered a powerhouse in Indian domestic cricket. However, SMAT’s 2025 season could be a different story. With Suryavanshi as vice-captain, they now have:

• An international talking point
• A youth icon who inspires teammates
• A match-winner, capable of winning matches by himself.

Today, when young cricketers dream of representing a glamorous IPL franchise, Suryavanshi has helped the local team gain recognition and glory on the national stage.

What’s Next for Vaibhav Suryavanshi?

If he continues this form and his fitness, the road ahead looks like:

• India U19 World Cup
• Expansion of senior domestic cricket
• Long IPL career
• Fast-tracking into the Indian national team

Due to his incredible growth rate, many believe that he will be called up to the senior Indian team before he turns 18.

If his maturity continues to shine on and off the field, India could be poised for a future generation of superstars. He is someone who can dominate the white-ball era for years to come.

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Final Thoughts

Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s 108 off 61 balls in SMAT 2025 is more than just a century; it is the beginning of a new era in Indian cricket. A teenager has not only broken records, but has also shown that discipline can go hand in hand. Also, when it comes to trust between talent and confidence, age is just a number. If his meteoric rise continues, Indian cricket could soon witness one of the most remarkable sporting journeys of the 21st century. It is the journey of a talented boy’s transformation into a cricketing legend.

FAQs: People Also Ask

Q1. Who is Vaibhav Suryavanshi and why is he in the news?

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a 14-year-old Indian cricketer who has emerged as an exciting young batting talent in cricket. He recently became the youngest player to score a century in the history of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He scored 108 runs off 61 balls for Bihar against Maharashtra.

Q2. How old was Suryavanshi when he scored his SMAT century?

Suryavanshi became the first batsman to score a SMAT century at the age of just 14. He is the youngest batsman to score a century in this tournament, breaking all previous records.

Q3. Has Suryavanshi merely packed himself for domestic cricket?

Not at all. He has already:

• Scored the fastest U19 ODI century in history
• Got a hundred in a Youth Test against Australia U19.
• Hit 144 off 42 in the Rising Stars Asia Cup for India A
• Became the youngest IPL player and youngest IPL centurion
• His form and achievements stretch across domestic, franchise, and youth international cricket.