How Did Vaibhav Suryavanshi Become a History Maker?

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Key Takeaways
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a role model for young athletes.
- Record-breaking achievements in cricket highlight his talent.
- PM Modi's endorsement emphasizes the importance of hard work.
- Success can be achieved at a young age with dedication.
- Vaibhav's journey inspires future generations to pursue excellence.
New Delhi, May 4 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a virtual inauguration of the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) on Sunday, shared the remarkable journey of Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a teenager from Bihar, to inspire young athletes nationwide.
PM Modi emphasized Vaibhav's commitment and accomplishments as a brilliant example for the youth, motivating participants to strive for excellence through consistent effort and resolve.
“We have all witnessed the exceptional performance of Bihar's own Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the IPL. Vaibhav has shattered records at such a tender age. Behind his success lies his hard work, but competing at various levels has also aided him. It conveys the message 'jo jitna khelega, wo utna khilega' (The more one plays, the more he will flourish),” Modi remarked during his speech.
Vaibhav's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. At just 14 years, he became the youngest player to participate in the Indian Premier League. In only his third match, Suryavanshi captured everyone's attention at Sawai Mansingh Stadium by becoming the youngest player to score a century in the tournament’s history, achieving this feat in just 35 balls against Gujarat Titans, thus setting the record for the fastest century by an Indian, breaking Yusuf Pathan's previous record of 37 balls.
Vaibhav made his first-class debut for Bihar in January 2024 at merely 12 years and 284 days old. During this debut, he scored 71 runs off 42 balls against Baroda in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25, establishing himself as the youngest Indian to score a List-A fifty.
On the global stage, Vaibhav set a record for the fastest youth Test century by an Indian, scoring a stunning 58-ball ton against Australia in Chennai. He also played an instrumental role in guiding India to the ACC U19 Asia Cup final, contributing two crucial half-centuries.