Sooryavanshi’s record 11-ball fifty powers India A to tri-series final win over Sri Lanka A

India A clinched the tri-nation A series final against Sri Lanka A with a commanding 66-run victory, finishing off the contest in the 48th over when the last wicket fell to Vipraj Nigam, with a sharp catch by Anukul Roy sealing the win.

Teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stole the spotlight with a sensational 94 off 29 balls, including the fastest half-century in List A cricket history — reached in just 11 deliveries.

The 15-year-old opener shattered the previous record of a 12-ball fifty, setting a new benchmark in the format.

Sooryavanshi’s innings featured 10 fours and eight sixes as he dismantled the Sri Lankan bowling attack from the outset, putting India A in a dominant position after being asked to bat first.

His aggressive start set the tone for India A’s match-winning total in the final.

Century narrowly missed in historic assault

The youngster came within striking distance of a historic milestone, needing just six runs to reach a century and potentially match the fastest List A hundred ever recorded.

However, Sri Lanka A captain Sahan Arachchige ended his innings on 94, denying him a place in the record books alongside the fastest centurions in the format.

Rising star strengthens reputation with breakout year

The Bihar-born batter has emerged as one of India’s brightest prospects following a standout IPL 2026 season with Rajasthan Royals, where he piled up runs at a remarkable strike rate and finished among the top performers of the tournament.

With upcoming international assignments on the horizon, Sooryavanshi’s record-breaking knock further strengthens expectations around his rapid rise in world cricket.

With inputs from ANI