20-07-2025
Vaibhav Suryavanshi Looks To Cap English Tour With Win At Chelmsford
Suryavanshi's record-breaking run—30 sixes and a Youth Test half-century—has made him the headline act on India U19's England tour.
The 14-year-old Indian batting prodigy, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, has taken the summer's Youth Test and ODI series by storm, smashing an incredible 30 sixes across just six matches. As the teams prepare for the decider at Chelmsford, all eyes are on Suryavanshi as he aims to turn his prolific numbers into a historic series victory for India U19.
Suryavanshi hammered 355 runs at an astonishing average of 71, clearing the ropes 29 times—more than any other player by a long shot and also tops the combined six tally of his nearest rivals.
A scintillating 143 from just 78 balls, earning him plaudits as the youngest centurion and fastest hundred-maker in U19 men's ODI history.
Suryavanshi made the seamless transition into the Youth Test Arena, as he continued his assault in the longest format of the game. Despite a modest first innings in the series opener at Beckenham, he stormed back in the second innings with a blistering 56 off 44 balls, including nine fours and a trademark six.
Vaibhav also picked up two wickets with his left-arm spin, making him the youngest player to ever score a half-century and take a wicket in the same Youth Test match—before even celebrating his 15th birthday.
Suryavanshi's presence has brought a rare buzz to England's youth cricket grounds, drawing fans from far and wide. Youngsters have flocked to catch a glimpse of the 'starboy" in action, while veteran analysts already liken his maturity and shot-making to some of India's greatest batting legends.
India's U19 captain, Ayush Mhatre, showcased his talent with a commanding 102 in the first Youth Test, followed by an additional 32 in the second innings.
Mhatre's celebratory moments made headlines as he marked his 18th birthday at Lord's, soaking in the iconic atmosphere of the ground.
As India U19 faces off against England U19 at the County Ground in Chelmsford for the second and final Youth Test starting today, anticipation is at its peak. With the series tied and the ODI trophy already secured, India's young players are eager to conclude their successful English summer with a Test series victory.
Suryavanshi, who has expressed his ambition to score a double century, could potentially make a significant impact in the second and final Youth Test.
Key Numbers This Tour:
355 runs in ODIs at 71 avg (5 matches), 29 sixes
70 runs and 2 wickets in 1st Youth Test, including a 44-ball 56
30 sixes combined (ODIs + Tests)
Youngest to score fifty and take a wicket in same Youth Test before turning 15
The future has arrived for Indian cricket fans—and his name is already echoing far beyond the boundary ropes.
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