In an electrifying encounter at the IPL 2025, Rajasthan Royals (RR) pulled off one of the most remarkable victories in the tournament’s history, thanks to a record-breaking performance by 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Facing Gujarat Titans (GT) in a must-win game, RR chased down a daunting target of 210 runs in just 15.5 overs, keeping their hopes alive for the IPL 2025 playoffs.
This match will be remembered for Suryavanshi’s jaw-dropping batting display, as he shattered multiple world records, proving that age is just a number.
Gujarat Titans Set a Mammoth Target
Earlier in the evening, Rajasthan Royals won the toss and elected to field first, hoping to make the most of the chasing advantage at a batting-friendly surface. However, Gujarat Titans, led by their charismatic captain Shubman Gill, made sure they put up a strong total.
Shubman Gill led from the front, scoring a brilliant 84 runs, anchoring the innings perfectly. He showed his class with a mix of elegant drives and powerful strokes, punishing anything loose from the RR bowlers.
Adding to the firepower, Jos Buttler, now a key player for GT, played a blistering cameo. Buttler smashed a quick-fire 50 off just 26 balls, injecting crucial momentum into the innings during the middle overs. His innings included five sixes and three fours, lifting GT past the 200-run mark.
Other notable contributions included useful knocks from Sai Sudharsan (26) and *David Miller (28)**, helping Gujarat Titans finish at a formidable 209/4 in their 20 overs. For Rajasthan Royals, bowling was below par, with their pacers being hammered all around the park. Only Trent Boult showed some control, picking up a crucial wicket and maintaining a decent economy.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Historic Knock
Chasing 210, the Royals needed something special — and they found their hero in the unlikeliest of places: 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
Opening the innings with Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryavanshi wasted no time. Right from ball one, he attacked the bowlers with fearless aggression. His clean hitting, immense composure, and ability to find boundaries at will stunned everyone, including the GT players.
- Fastest Century in IPL History: Suryavanshi reached his century in just 35 balls, smashing the previous record and etching his name in IPL folklore.
- Youngest T20 Centurion: At just 14 years old, he became the youngest player ever to score a century in a T20 match, breaking a long-standing global record.
- Fastest Fifty of IPL 2025: He also registered the fastest fifty of the season, reaching the landmark in just 17 balls.
Suryavanshi’s innings was a brutal exhibition of modern-day power-hitting — a combination of inventive shots, raw power, and astonishing maturity. He peppered the boundary with a flurry of 10 sixes and 9 fours, dismantling GT’s bowling attack.
Jaiswal Provides Solid Support
While Suryavanshi’s exploits took center stage, Yashasvi Jaiswal played the perfect second fiddle. Jaiswal scored a fluent 70 off 40 balls, mixing caution with aggression. His sensible batting allowed Suryavanshi the freedom to express himself fully without any pressure.
Together, the duo stitched a match-winning partnership of 178 runs for the first wicket, completely deflating Gujarat Titans’ bowling plans.
The Finishing Touches
After Suryavanshi fell trying to finish the game with another six, the job was almost done. Rajasthan Royals needed just a handful of runs when he departed to a standing ovation from the crowd.
Sanju Samson came in and, along with Jaiswal, quickly wrapped up the chase in 15.5 overs, securing a much-needed win for the Royals and ending their worrying five-match losing streak.
Key Records Broken in This Match
- Fastest IPL Century: 35 balls (Vaibhav Suryavanshi)
- Youngest T20 Centurion Ever: 14 years old (Vaibhav Suryavanshi)
- Fastest Fifty of IPL 2025: 17 balls (Vaibhav Suryavanshi)
- One of the Fastest 200+ Chases: RR chased 210 in just 15.5 overs
What This Means for the IPL 2025 Playoff Race
With this emphatic win, Rajasthan Royals have managed to stay alive in the playoff hunt. Although their path to qualification remains difficult, the manner of this victory has massively boosted their Net Run Rate (NRR), which could prove crucial in the final league standings.
Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans, despite the loss, remain firmly placed in the top four but will need to tighten their bowling performance ahead of the playoffs.
Conclusion
In a night that will be talked about for years to come, Vaibhav Suryavanshi announced himself on the grandest stage with a knock that was nothing short of magical. A 14-year-old dominating seasoned professionals with such authority is a rare sight in world cricket. Rajasthan Royals will hope this is just the beginning of a bright future for the teenage sensation, while fans across the globe have found a new superstar to celebrate.
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