Cricket prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes IPL record at 14, wins hearts of legends and Bollywood icons

Dubai: In a thrilling moment for cricket fans around the globe, 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi set social media ablaze last night after scoring the fastest IPL century by an Indian, amassing an incredible 101 runs off just 38 balls.

As the Rajasthan Royals team clinched an eight-wicket victory against the Gujarat Titans, cricket legends and celebrities flooded platforms like Twitter and Instagram with their admiration and enthusiasm for this young talent.

From a heartfelt congratulatory note by cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar to playful banter from Brian Lara, the camaraderie and excitement shared by the cricketing community highlighted not only Suryavanshi’s remarkable achievement but also the bright future that awaits him in the sport.

Sachin Tendulkar shared a detailed breakdown of what made Suryavanshi’s innings special: 

“Vaibhav’s fearless approach, quick bat speed, and energy transfer behind the ball were the recipe for a fabulous innings. The end result: 101 runs off 38 balls. Keep it up, young talent! 💯”

Yusuf Pathan, the previous record holder, showed his support with a simple yet heartfelt tweet: 

“Many congratulations to young #VaibhavSuryavanshi! ”

Brian Lara, the former record holder, shared a post on his official Instagram account to congratulate the young talent in a lighthearted manner: “You surely entertained me! Many congratulations to young Vaibhav Suryavanshi for breaking my record for the fastest IPL hundred!  #LegendInTheMaking”

Yuvraj Singh commented: "What were you doing at 14?!! This kid is taking on the best bowlers in the world without blinking an eyelid! Vaibhav Suryavanshi — remember the name! Playing with a fearless attitude Proud to see the next generation shine!" #VaibhavSuryavanshi #GTvsRR

Kris Srikanth, a former cricketer and coach, posted on X, "At 14, most kids dream & eat Icecream. Vaibhav Suryavamshi delivers a fabulous 100 against one of the contenders for IPl! composure, class, and courage beyond his years. We are witnessing the rise of a phenom. Indian cricket’s next superstar is here!" #vaibhavsuryavanshi #GTvsRR

Adding even more weight to the applause, former Finance and Home Minister of India, P. Chidambaram, also penned a special post congratulating Vaibhav.

Following his incredible performance, numerous Bollywood stars, including Vicky Kaushal, Arjun Kapoor, and Preity Zinta, took to X and Instagram to share their excitement about the 14-year-old prodigy.

Preity Zinta, co-owner of the Punjab Kings, expressed her excitement and emphasised that his talent exemplifies the promising future of Indian cricket, celebrating a memorable moment from the season.

Actor Vicky Kaushal expressed his admiration for Vaibhav Suryavanshi on Instagram, stating, “A performance for the ages! Massive respect, Vaibhav Suryavanshi.”

This tribute highlights the impact of Suryavanshi's work, which captivated both fans and celebrities alike.