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Historic feat! Vaibhav Suryavanshi becomes youngest centurion in Syed Mushtaq Ali trophy

Debashis Sarangi

Suryavanshi attained a historic feat in SMAT [Source: AFP]Suryavanshi attained a historic feat in SMAT [Source: AFP]

In a phenomenal achievement, 14-year-old Indian batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest batter to score a century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. The swashbuckling southpaw attained the landmark in Bihar's ongoing encounter against Maharashtra. 

Youngest to a century in SMAT: Vaibhav Suryavanshi scripts history

Vaibhav Suryavanshi has showcased remarkable form in recent times. The left-handed batter was one of the most prolific performers for the Indian side in the Asia Cup Emerging Stars. He sustained his purple patch in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy as well, slamming a belligerent ton to light up the stage. 

After winning the toss and electing to bowl first, Maharashtra got the prized breakthrough of Bipin Saurabh early in the game. However, Vaibhav Suryavanshi stepped up with the bat, ensuring a defendable total for Bihar. 

The young batter had three successive low scores prior to this game. So, his century against Maharashtra helped Suryavanshi regain his mojo and get some confidence before the U19 Asia Cup tournament. 

He smashed seven boundaries and as many sixes for his blistering 61-ball 108*, powering Bihar to 176 for three in 20 overs. Thus, he became the youngest batter to score a century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, breaking the record set by Vijay Zol, who unlocked the feat aged 18 years and 118 days. 

Youngest centurions in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy history

  • Vaibhav Suryavanshi - 14 years 250 days
  • Vijay Zol - 18 years 118 days
  • Ayush Mhatre - 18 years 135 days
  • Shaik Rasheed - 19 years 25 days

Recently, Suryavanshi made it into the Indian squad for the upcoming under-19 Asia Cup tournament. Apart from exhibiting his power-hitting skills at the junior level, Suryavanshi has become an integral member of the Rajasthan Royals setup in the IPL. He was one of RR's high-profile retentions this year and will definitely play a significant role for them in the 2026 season.