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In a whirlwind of emotions at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh Stadium, 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi made history as the youngest-ever player to debut in the Indian Premier League (IPL), only to be overcome with tears following his dismissal.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi impresses with the bat on his IPL debut
Suryavanshi, representing Rajasthan Royals (RR) against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) on Saturday (April 19, 2025), announced his arrival in spectacular fashion. Opening the batting alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, he launched his very first ball, delivered by Shardul Thakur, for a massive six. He continued his aggressive approach, hitting another six off his first ball against Avesh Khan in the following over. His quickfire innings of 34 runs off 20 balls included three sixes and two fours, captivating the crowd and showcasing his fearless strokeplay.
The young left-hander formed a formidable 85-run partnership with Jaiswal, demonstrating composure and aggression rarely seen in someone of his age. He took on experienced international bowlers with confidence, displaying remarkable maturity.
However, the dream debut took a dramatic turn in the ninth over. Suryavanshi, attempting to advance down the pitch and play the ball into the leg side, lost his balance. Lucknow Super Giants’ Rishabh Pant swiftly stumped him off a delivery from Aiden Markram. The TV replay confirmed the dismissal, showing Suryavanshi’s back foot was momentarily airborne.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi wipes his tears while moving to the dugout
As he walked off the field, the young prodigy was visibly distraught, wiping away tears. The raw emotion displayed by the teenager was a poignant reminder of the immense pressure and expectations that come with playing at the highest level of cricket.
Former cricketer Murali Kartik, fulfilling the commentary duties for the match, observed the depth of Suryavanshi’s disappointment, noting that the youngster was “weeping.” This emotional reaction highlighted not defeat, but the immense passion and self-imposed pressure the young player felt.
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Missing out on a potential maiden IPL half-century was clearly a significant moment for Suryavanshi.
Despite Rajasthan Royals narrowly losing the match by two runs, Suryavanshi’s debut was a major talking point. His fearless batting and maturity beyond his years left a lasting impression on fans and experts. His innings, characterized by powerful hitting and elegant strokeplay, has already secured him a place in IPL history and generated considerable excitement about his future in Indian cricket.
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