Vaibhav Suryavanshi Becomes Youngest Player Selected In IPL 2025 Auction By Rajasthan Royals

In a remarkable development, 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Bihar has been selected by the Rajasthan Royals during the IPL 2025 mega auction. The team secured his services for Rs 1.10 crore after a competitive bidding session with Delhi Capitals. This acquisition makes him the youngest player ever chosen in an IPL auction at just 13 years and 243 days old.

Vaibhav's cricket journey began in Bihar, where he was born on March 27, 2011, shortly after India's World Cup victory under MS Dhoni. His passion for cricket was nurtured by his father, who played a crucial role in his early training. His father often drove him to Patna to access better coaching facilities. Local coaches Manas Jha and Robin Singh further refined his skills.

Suryavanshi's commitment to Bihar is unwavering despite offers to switch states due to challenges in Bihar cricket. He continues to represent Bihar in the Ranji Trophy, recently scoring 41 runs against Madhya Pradesh. Although Bihar lost by 108 runs, Vaibhav received praise for his performance.

His record-breaking innings of 104 runs off 62 balls in Chennai at just 13 years and 187 days old set a new benchmark. This feat surpassed Bangladesh's Test captain Najmul Hossain Shanto's previous record and Pakistan's Babar Azam's achievement as the youngest century scorer in Youth ODI cricket.

Joining Rajasthan Royals marks a significant step for Vaibhav as he becomes the youngest player picked in an IPL auction. The team includes notable players like Sanju Samson and Riyan Parag, with former India coach Rahul Dravid mentoring him. This move aligns perfectly with Rajasthan Royals' tradition of fostering young talent.

The opportunity to be part of such a prestigious franchise is ideal for Vaibhav's growth as a cricketer. With guidance from experienced players and coaches, he is poised to develop his skills further and make a mark in the IPL.

This selection not only highlights Vaibhav's potential but also underscores Rajasthan Royals' commitment to nurturing emerging talents within their squad.