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At just 14 years of age, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has emerged as one of the brightest stars of IPL 2025, capturing the imagination of cricket fans across the nation. Representing the Rajasthan Royals, the young sensation from Samastipur, Bihar, announced his arrival on the big stage with a breathtaking century off just 35 balls against the Gujarat Titans — a feat that made headlines worldwide and had fans and pundits in awe.
Despite Rajasthan Royals not making it to the IPL finals, Suryavanshi remained the undisputed highlight of the season. With a total of 252 runs in just seven appearances, his fearless batting, composure under pressure, and natural flair have made him the most talked-about newcomer in the tournament.
A Memorable Meeting with the Prime Minister
Suryavanshi’s achievements didn’t go unnoticed at the highest levels. On Friday, the teenage cricket star, accompanied by his proud parents, met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Patna airport. In a touching gesture, Vaibhav touched the Prime Minister’s feet as a mark of respect, symbolizing his humble upbringing and grounded values.
PM Modi later took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to share his admiration:
"At Patna airport, met the young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. His cricketing skills are being admired all over the nation! My best wishes to him for his future endeavours," he posted, along with heartwarming photos of their meeting.
PM Modi’s Earlier Praise in Mann Ki Baat
This isn’t the first time the Prime Minister has acknowledged Vaibhav's achievements. In an earlier Mann Ki Baat address, PM Modi had said, "I have seen in the IPL, the son of Bihar, Vaibhav Suryavanshi's spectacular performance. At such a young age, Vaibhav has set such a great record. There is a lot of hard work behind Vaibhav's performance."
A Star is Born
Vaibhav’s story is one of raw talent, dedication, and humility. From the small town of Samastipur to meeting the Prime Minister and making headlines in the IPL, his journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. As the cricketing world looks ahead to the future, all eyes will be on this teenage dynamo who has already begun rewriting the rules of the game.
With support pouring in from across the nation and now even from the Prime Minister himself, Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s future looks incredibly promising. One thing is certain: India may have found its next cricketing superstar.
