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India Gazette
3 days ago
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- India Gazette
PM Modi meets 14-year-old cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi at Patna Airport
Patna (Bihar) [India], May 30 (ANI): India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a heartwarming encounter at Patna airport as he met 14-year-old cricketing prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. The young sensation has captured the nation's attention with his extraordinary performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Taking to the social media platform X, the Prime Minister shared a few photos and lauded the teenager's talent. '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,' PM Modi posted. Suryavanshi, who turned out for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) this season, has been one of the breakthrough stars of the tournament. In just seven matches, the teenager accumulated 252 runs, but it was his explosive century against Gujarat Titans (GT) in Jaipur that truly sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. Batting with a maturity well beyond his years, Suryavanshi hammered 101 off just 38 deliveries, becoming the youngest ever centurion in men's T20 cricket. His hundred, which came off just 35 balls, now stands as the second-fastest century in IPL history, a staggering feat for a player just 14 years old. The biggest night of Suryavanshi's career so far witnessed him break several other records: -This is also the seventh-fastest century in T20 cricket, with the fastest one belonging to Sahil Chauhan of Estonia against Cyprus in 2024, coming in just 27 balls. -Suryavanshi also reached his fifty in just 17 balls, the fifth-fastest in league history, making him the youngest ever to score an IPL fifty. -94 of Suryavanshi's runs came through boundaries, with seven fours and 11 sixes included. 93% boundary percentage is the highest in any century in IPL's history. -Also, Vaibhav tied with former Indian batter Murali Vijay for most sixes by an Indian in an IPL innings, 11 each, with most sixes overall being hit by Gayle during his iconic 175* against Pune Warriors India, which included 17 maximums. -Also, the 166-run stand between Vaibhav and Yashasvi Jaiswal is the highest partnership for any wicket for Rajasthan Royals, surpassing 155 by Jos Buttler & Devdutt Padikkal against DC at the Wankhede in 2022. -Suryavanshi also took just three innings to reach his maiden IPL ton, outdoing Punjab Kings (PBKS) batters Priyansh Arya and Paul Valthaty, who took four innings, as per The meeting with the Prime Minister adds another memorable chapter to Suryavanshi's meteoric rise in Indian cricket. (ANI)
India.com
3 days ago
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- India.com
IPL 2025s Young Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Touches PM Modis Feet, Video Goes Viral
On May 30, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met 14-year-old cricket prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family at Patna Airport, lauding the teenager's exceptional performance in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL). Suryavanshi, hailing from Samastipur, Bihar, emerged as a breakout star for the Rajasthan Royals, capturing national attention with his fearless batting. In his debut IPL season, Suryavanshi amassed 252 runs over seven matches, boasting an impressive strike rate of 206.55 and an average of 36. His standout performance came against the Gujarat Titans, where he scored a blistering 101* off just 38 balls, including 11 sixes and 7 fours. This innings made him the youngest player to score a century in T20 cricket at 14 years and 32 days old and marked the fastest IPL century by an Indian, achieved in just 35 balls. The 166-run opening partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal was the highest ever for the Rajasthan Royals. Despite the Royals not qualifying for the playoffs, Suryavanshi's fearless approach and maturity earned praise from cricket legends and fans alike. His journey from a small village in Bihar to the IPL spotlight is a testament to his talent and determination. During their meeting, Prime Minister Modi expressed his admiration, stating on social media: "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." 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. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 30, 2025 PM Modi meets 14-yr-old IPL sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi & family in Patna — Shiv Aroor (@ShivAroor) May 30, 2025 Suryavanshi's remarkable debut season has not only set new records but also inspired countless young athletes across the nation.
NDTV
3 days ago
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- NDTV
IPL Sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi Touches PM Modi's Feet In Beautiful Bihar Airport Meet
Rajasthan Royals' 14-year-old sensation, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, rocked the cricketing world with his exemplary performances in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. Though Rajasthan failed to qualify for the IPL finals, Suryavanshi remained the talk of the town, especially for his 35-ball hundred, scored against the Gujarat Titans. On Friday, however, Suryavanshi and his parents had the opportunity to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Bihar airport. The teenage batter even touched PM Modi's feet as a mark of respect. "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," PM Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter), along with a few pictures with Vaibhav and his parents. 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. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 30, 2025 Suryavanshi, who turned out for the Rajasthan Royals (RR) this season, has been one of the breakthrough stars of the tournament. In just seven matches, the teenager accumulated 252 runs, but it was his explosive century against Gujarat Titans (GT) in Jaipur that truly sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. Batting with a maturity well beyond his years, Suryavanshi hammered 101 off just 38 deliveries, becoming the youngest ever centurion in men's T20 cricket. His hundred, which came off just 35 balls, now stands as the second-fastest century in IPL history, a staggering feat for a player just 14 years old. Earlier, in his Mann Ki Baat address, PM Modi had lauded the young cricketer for his exploits in the IPL. "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," PM Modi had said. "To bring his talent to the forefront, he has played many matches at different levels. The more you play, the more you will shine. Competing in matches and competitions as much as possible is very important. The NDA government has always given it the highest priority in its policies," he added.
Mint
3 days ago
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- Mint
PM Narendra Modi meets Vaibhav Suryavanshi & family at Patna airport after 14-year-old's IPL success; see photos
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Indian Premier League's (IPL) 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family at the Patna airport on Friday, the pictures of which was shared on social media. Suryavanshi became a household name after the 14-year-old's success at the top level of Indian cricket while playing for Rajasthan Royals. PM Modi took to social media to share three pictures oh him with Suryavanshi and his family and wrote, '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.' PM Modi has been a big fan of Suyryavanshi ever since the teenager smashed a hundred in the ongoing IPL to become the youngest-ever centurion in the history of the tournament. He even cited Suryavanshi's example to motivate and inspire the athletes at the Khelo India Youth Games in Bihar recently. Suryavanshi also hails from Bihar's Samastipur. The meeting facilitated by Bihar Cricket Association (BCA) president, who took a special permission from the National Cricket Academy (NCA), to summon Suryavanshi to Patna on Thursday and facilitated his meeting with Prime Minister Modi. "It was not just a personal milestone for Vaibhav but also a proof of the fact that there is no dearth of talent in Bihar cricket – what is needed are the right platforms, opportunities, and positive guidance," said BCA president Rakesh Tiwari in a statement. Suryavanshi made headlines last year when he became the youngest cricketer to be picked up at the mega auction by Rajasthan Royals for ₹ 1.1 crore. He took the cricketing world by storm last month when he scored a 35-ball hundred against Gujarat Titans. He finished his maiden IPL campaign with a fifty. Overall, in seven matches, Suryavanshi amassed 252 runs in seven matches, at a strike rate of 206.56. Earlier, his sensational 2024 season saw him excel both domestically and internationally. During his debut, Suryavanshi scored 71 off 42 balls against Baroda in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25, becoming the youngest Indian to score a List-A fifty. On the international stage, Suryavanshi set the record for the fastest youth Test century by an Indian, scoring a blazing 58-ball ton against Australia in Chennai. He also played a pivotal role in India's run to the ACC U19 Asia Cup final, contributing two crucial half-centuries. Stay updated on all the action from the IPL 2025. Check the IPL 2025 Schedule, track the latest IPL 2025 Points Table, and follow the top performers with the Orange Cap and Purple Cap.
Mint
3 days ago
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- Mint
PM Modi interacts with 14-year-old IPL sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi at Patna airport
Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a heartwarming encounter at Patna airport, where he met 14-year-old cricket prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. The youngster has taken the cricketing world by storm with his exceptional performances in the ongoing 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The Prime Minister later took to social media platform X to share photographs from the meeting and praise the teenager's talent. "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," PM Modi posted. Suryavanshi, who turned out for Rajasthan Royals (RR) this season, has been one of the standout performers of the tournament. In just seven appearances, he has amassed 252 runs, with his explosive century against Gujarat Titans (GT) in Jaipur drawing widespread acclaim. Displaying a maturity well beyond his years, the youngster smashed 101 off just 38 deliveries, becoming the youngest ever centurion in men's T20 cricket. His hundred, reached in a mere 35 balls, now ranks as the second-fastest century in IPL history—an extraordinary feat for someone aged just 14. -This is also the seventh-fastest century in T20 cricket, with the fastest one belonging to Sahil Chauhan of Estonia against Cyprus in 2024, coming in just 27 balls. -Suryavanshi also reached his fifty in just 17 balls, the fifth-fastest in league history, making him the youngest ever to score an IPL fifty. Read | Vaibhav Suryavanshi knows how to handle fame at 14 years after IPL success: '500 missed calls, but switched off phone' -94 of Suryavanshi's runs came through boundaries, with seven fours and 11 sixes included. 93% boundary percentage is the highest in any century in IPL's history. -Also, Vaibhav tied with former Indian batter Murali Vijay for most sixes by an Indian in an IPL innings, 11 each, with most sixes overall being hit by Gayle during his iconic 175 against Pune Warriors India, which included 17 maximums. -Also, the 166-run stand between Vaibhav and Yashasvi Jaiswal is the highest partnership for any wicket for Rajasthan Royals, surpassing 155 by Jos Buttler & Devdutt Padikkal against DC at the Wankhede in 2022. -Suryavanshi also took just three innings to reach his maiden IPL ton, outdoing Punjab Kings (PBKS) batters Priyansh Arya and Paul Valthaty, who took four innings, as per (With inputs from news agency ANI)
