Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, at just 15 years old, has emerged as a cricketing sensation in India, particularly after being acquired by Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore (approximately $132,000 USD) ahead of the 2025 IPL season. He made an explosive debut, hitting a six off his first ball and scoring a 35-ball century in his second match, marking the fastest hundred by an Indian in IPL history. Former Australian cricketer Allan Border praised Sooryavanshi's talent, noting glimpses of the legendary Brian Lara in his batting style. However, Border emphasized the importance of developing a solid defense as Sooryavanshi continues his career. During the 2025 IPL, he scored 252 runs in seven matches at an average of 36.00 and a strike rate of 206.56. His success continued into the 2026 IPL, where he scored 254 runs in the first seven matches at an average of 36.28 and a strike rate of 213.5.