Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Breaks IPL Records with Historic Century
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Surpasses Chris Gayle, Achieves Mega First In IPL
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 15-year-old cricketer for the Rajasthan Royals, made history by scoring his second IPL century in just 36 balls, surpassing Chris Gayle's previous records. His innings featured 12 sixes and five fours, leading his team to a total of 228 runs against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
- 01Vaibhav Sooryavanshi scored his second IPL century in just 36 balls.
- 02He hit 12 sixes and five fours during his record-breaking innings.
- 03Sooryavanshi became the fastest player to reach 1000 IPL runs in 473 deliveries.
- 04He surpassed Chris Gayle's record for fastest centuries in IPL history.
- 05Rajasthan Royals scored 228 runs, setting a challenging target for Sunrisers Hyderabad.
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In a remarkable display of talent, 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi of the Rajasthan Royals scored his second Indian Premier League (IPL) century in just 36 balls during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. His innings included a staggering 12 sixes and five fours, achieving a strike rate of 278.38. This performance not only marked him as the first player in IPL history to score two centuries in under 40 balls but also made him the fastest to reach 1000 IPL runs in just 473 deliveries, surpassing notable players like Mitchell Owen and Andrew Symonds. The Rajasthan Royals finished their innings at 228/6, with Sooryavanshi's contribution being pivotal in setting a challenging target for Sunrisers Hyderabad, who also aimed for their fifth win of the season. His previous IPL century was a 35-ball effort against Gujarat Titans in 2025. Sooryavanshi's exceptional performance has drawn comparisons to cricket legend Chris Gayle, who previously held records for fast centuries in the IPL.
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Sooryavanshi's performance is inspiring for young cricketers and fans, showcasing the potential of emerging talent in Indian cricket.
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