IPL's 15-year-old batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lit up the greatest T20 league once again when he hit world's one of the current great bowlers Jasprit Bumrah for two sixes. Facing the pacer for the first time, Sooryavanshi didn't waste much time and hit the first ball he faced for a six over mid-on on Tuesday (Apr 7) during RR vs MI in the 11-over per side match in Guwahati. He took a single off next ball and hit Bumrah for another six on the next ball he faced one delivery later. The teenager scored 39 runs off 13 balls before being dismissed, hitting five sixes and one four, putting Mumbai on the backfoot for the rest of the match.<h2>Steyn says 'even great Bumrah was thinking' when facing Sooryavanshi</h2>Bumrah has been the pinnacle of bowlers for quite some time now in international cricket and seeing him getting torn apart by a 15-year-old was nothing short of a shock. Former South Africa bowler Dale Steyn was on point when he said Sooryavanshi's fearless batting even got 'great Bumrah' thinking.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/rr-vs-mi15-year-old-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-smashes-jasprit-bumrah-for-2-sixes-in-first-ever-ipl-2026-face-off-guwahati-1775584401988">WATCH – Sooryavanshi smashes Bumrah for 2 sixes in first-ever IPL face off</a>"He's created and instilled the fear into bowlers that he's going to hit you for boundaries," Steyn said on ESPNcricinfo's TimeOut. "That delivery (first ball to Sooryavanshi) from Bumrah. That's in the slot. That's so rare of Bumrah. So even the great Bumrah is thinking in the back of his mind: 'don't get it wrong; because if I get it wrong, this guy's going to hit me for six'."<h2>MI skipper Pandya blames bowlers for loss</h2>Along with Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal had a great night as well, scoring 77 unbeaten of 32 balls. Together, the duo added 80 runs for the first wicket in five overs as RR scored 150/3 in 11 overs. Chasing the total, Mumbai's innings never got going and managed 123/9 in 11 overs, losing the match by 27 runs.Skipper Pandya held nothing back after loss and put the responsibility on the bowlers, acknowledging: "We did not execute the deliveries we were supposed to. They (RR openers) played well. Bowlers need to take responsibility. As a bowling group, we were not up to the mark. They (RR openers) also played tremendously," after the game"I would not put this game on the batting. Definitely the bowling unit which had to take responsibility. It is always about bowling those good balls. If we would have executed, we would have been in the game. Their openers threw us off our game and we were playing catch-up," he added.

Facing the pacer for the first time, Sooryavanshi didn't waste much time and hit the first ball he faced for a six over mid-on on Tuesday (Apr 7) during RR vs MI in the 11-over per side match in Guwahati. He took a single off next ball and hit Bumrah for another six on the next ball he faced.

IPL's 15-year-old batter Vaibhav Sooryavanshi lit up the greatest T20 league once again when he hit world's one of the current great bowlers Jasprit Bumrah for two sixes. Facing the pacer for the first time, Sooryavanshi didn't waste much time and hit the first ball he faced for a six over mid-on on Tuesday (Apr 7) during RR vs MI in the 11-over per side match in Guwahati. He took a single off next ball and hit Bumrah for another six on the next ball he faced one delivery later. The teenager scored 39 runs off 13 balls before being dismissed, hitting five sixes and one four, putting Mumbai on the backfoot for the rest of the match. Steyn says 'even great Bumrah was thinking' when facing Sooryavanshi Bumrah has been the pinnacle of bowlers for quite some time now in international cricket and seeing him getting torn apart by a 15-year-old was nothing short of a shock. Former South Africa bowler Dale Steyn was on point when he said Sooryavanshi's fearless batting even got 'great Bumrah' thinking. Also Read - WATCH – Sooryavanshi smashes Bumrah for 2 sixes in first-ever IPL face off "He's created and instilled the fear into bowlers that he's going to hit you for boundaries," Steyn said on ESPNcricinfo's TimeOut. "That delivery (first ball to Sooryavanshi) from Bumrah. That's in the slot. That's so rare of Bumrah. So even the great Bumrah is thinking in the back of his mind: 'don't get it wrong; because if I get it wrong, this guy's going to hit me for six'." MI skipper Pandya blames bowlers for loss Along with Sooryavanshi, Yashasvi Jaiswal had a great night as well, scoring 77 unbeaten of 32 balls. Together, the duo added 80 runs for the first wicket in five overs as RR scored 150/3 in 11 overs. Chasing the total, Mumbai's innings never got going and managed 123/9 in 11 overs, losing the match by 27 runs. Skipper Pandya held nothing back after loss and put the responsibility on the bowlers, acknowledging: "We did not execute the deliveries we were supposed to. They (RR openers) played well. Bowlers need to take responsibility. As a bowling group, we were not up to the mark. They (RR openers) also played tremendously," after the game "I would not put this game on the batting. Definitely the bowling unit which had to take responsibility. It is always about bowling those good balls. If we would have executed, we would have been in the game. Their openers threw us off our game and we were playing catch-up," he added.

Facing the pacer for the first time, Sooryavanshi didn't waste much time and hit the first ball he faced for a six over mid-on on Tuesday (Apr 7) during RR vs MI in the 11-over per side match in Guwahati. He took a single off next ball and hit Bumrah for another six on the next ball he faced.

IPL 2026 | 'Even great Bumrah was thinking' Steyn says Sooryvanshi, 15, has instilled fear in bowlers

Rajasthan Royals (RR) opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made a brilliant start to his IPL 2026 campaign by scoring a stunning half-century in just 15 balls against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Barsapara Stadium on Monday (Mar 30). His innings is now the joint third-fastest fifty, equalling the records of Yusuf Pathan, Sunil Narine, Nicholas Pooran and Jake Fraser-McGurk. Only four players, Yashasvi Jaiswal (13 balls), KL Rahul, Pat Cummins and Romario Shepherd (14 balls each) have recorded faster fifties in the league history.&nbsp;&nbsp;With this knock, the 15-year-old moved ahead of players like Suresh Raina, Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, who had reached fifties in 16 balls. For Rajasthan Royals, this is the second-fastest fifty ever, just behind Jaiswal’s record.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2026-i-used-to-do-this-celebration-when-ravindra-jadeja-on-shivam-dube-s-wicket-celebration-1774933710005">‘I used to do this...’: Ravindra Jadeja on Shivam Dube’s wicket celebration</a><h3>Batters with fastest fifties for RR in IPL (by balls)</h3><ul><li>13 - Yashasvi Jaiswal vs KKR, Kolkata in 2023&nbsp;</li><li>15 - Vaibhav Suryavanshi vs CSK, Guwahati in 2026*</li><li>&nbsp;17 - Vaibhav Suryavanshi vs GT, Jaipur in 2025</li></ul>Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vaibhav-sooryvanshi-ready-to-make-india-senior-debut-2011-odi-world-cup-winner-would-love-to-see-him-fast-tracked-1774940121467">Vaibhav ready for India debut? 2011 WC winner 'would love to see him'</a>&nbsp;Sooryavanshi also improved his own previous best of a 17-ball fifty from last season against Gujarat Titans. In that match, he later scored a century in just 35 balls, the second-fastest in IPL history.&nbsp;Earlier, Rajasthan Royals’s bowlers dominated the first innings, dismissing Chennai Super Kings for just 127 in 19.4 overs. In reply, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (52) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (38 not out) put on a strong opening partnership, while captain Riyan Parag contributed an unbeaten 14 off 11 balls to seal the win for the hosts.

Sooryavanshi also improved his own previous best of a 17-ball fifty from last season against Gujarat Titans. In that match, he later scored a century in just 35 balls, the second-fastest in IPL history.

Rajasthan Royals (RR) opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made a brilliant start to his IPL 2026 campaign by scoring a stunning half-century in just 15 balls against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at Barsapara Stadium on Monday (Mar 30). His innings is now the joint third-fastest fifty, equalling the records of Yusuf Pathan, Sunil Narine, Nicholas Pooran and Jake Fraser-McGurk. Only four players, Yashasvi Jaiswal (13 balls), KL Rahul, Pat Cummins and Romario Shepherd (14 balls each) have recorded faster fifties in the league history. With this knock, the 15-year-old moved ahead of players like Suresh Raina, Ishan Kishan, Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, who had reached fifties in 16 balls. For Rajasthan Royals, this is the second-fastest fifty ever, just behind Jaiswal’s record. Also Read - ‘I used to do this...’: Ravindra Jadeja on Shivam Dube’s wicket celebration Batters with fastest fifties for RR in IPL (by balls) 13 - Yashasvi Jaiswal vs KKR, Kolkata in 2023 15 - Vaibhav Suryavanshi vs CSK, Guwahati in 2026* 17 - Vaibhav Suryavanshi vs GT, Jaipur in 2025 Also Read - Vaibhav ready for India debut? 2011 WC winner 'would love to see him' Sooryavanshi also improved his own previous best of a 17-ball fifty from last season against Gujarat Titans. In that match, he later scored a century in just 35 balls, the second-fastest in IPL history. Earlier, Rajasthan Royals’s bowlers dominated the first innings, dismissing Chennai Super Kings for just 127 in 19.4 overs. In reply, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (52) and Yashasvi Jaiswal (38 not out) put on a strong opening partnership, while captain Riyan Parag contributed an unbeaten 14 off 11 balls to seal the win for the hosts.

Sooryavanshi also improved his own previous best of a 17-ball fifty from last season against Gujarat Titans. In that match, he later scored a century in just 35 balls, the second-fastest in IPL history.

IPL 2026: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi breaks Suresh Raina’s record, becomes third-fastest to achieve THIS feat

India's teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who turned 15 a couple days ahead of the start of IPL 2026, has begun the season with a bang. Playing for Rajasthan Royals, Sooryvanshi hit 15-ball 50, third fastest in the IPL history, in his 17-ball 52 runs innings to help his team beat Chennai Super Kings. RR won the match by eight wickets against five-time winners CSK on Monday (Mar 30) in Guwahati. Sooryavanshi's innings sparked the question of him making his international debut India once again. The teenager, ever since making his debut at 14 in IPL 2025, has been climbing up faster than anyone would have thought, making him hard to ingore for international debut, but is he ready for play for India senior side?<h2>Is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi eligible for Team India?</h2>Looking him bat in RR vs CSK, Ambati Rayudu, former India international, while speaking on ESPNCricinfo Time Out, said: "He looks a cut above a lot of youngsters in the country, and he's a talent that will definitely do wonders for Indian cricket. I don't know when, but definitely in the future."India's WC winning spinner Piyush Chawla also opined on the same at the same show and said: "If he plays like that, would love to see him fast-tracked. Over the last year, in Under-19, domestic... whatever he has played, he went there and he scored hundreds. And it's not only hundreds, he scored big hundreds."<h2>Will Sooryavanshi play 2027 ODI World Cup?</h2>The next ICC white-ball event is going to be the 2027 ODI World Cup and there are questions about Sooryvanshi's inclusion in the team. He most recently scored 439 runs in the U-19 ODI World Cup during India's title-winning campaign.Rayudu, speaking on which format Sooryavanshi would make his debut in first, said: "I think definitely the T20 format [for his maiden call-up]. If he has a very good IPL and if he shows that he has the ability to keep calm under pressure... because, don't forget, our Indian team is a world champion team. It's won the T20 World Cup. So to replace somebody in that side is not easy."

Sooryavanshi's 17-ball 52 vs CSK sparked the question of him making his international debut India once again. The teenager, ever since making his debut at 14 in IPL 2025, has been climbing up faster than anyone would have thought, making him hard to ingore for international debut.

India's teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who turned 15 a couple days ahead of the start of IPL 2026, has begun the season with a bang. Playing for Rajasthan Royals, Sooryvanshi hit 15-ball 50, third fastest in the IPL history, in his 17-ball 52 runs innings to help his team beat Chennai Super Kings. RR won the match by eight wickets against five-time winners CSK on Monday (Mar 30) in Guwahati. Sooryavanshi's innings sparked the question of him making his international debut India once again. The teenager, ever since making his debut at 14 in IPL 2025, has been climbing up faster than anyone would have thought, making him hard to ingore for international debut, but is he ready for play for India senior side? Is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi eligible for Team India? Looking him bat in RR vs CSK, Ambati Rayudu, former India international, while speaking on ESPNCricinfo Time Out, said: "He looks a cut above a lot of youngsters in the country, and he's a talent that will definitely do wonders for Indian cricket. I don't know when, but definitely in the future." India's WC winning spinner Piyush Chawla also opined on the same at the same show and said: "If he plays like that, would love to see him fast-tracked. Over the last year, in Under-19, domestic... whatever he has played, he went there and he scored hundreds. And it's not only hundreds, he scored big hundreds." Will Sooryavanshi play 2027 ODI World Cup? The next ICC white-ball event is going to be the 2027 ODI World Cup and there are questions about Sooryvanshi's inclusion in the team. He most recently scored 439 runs in the U-19 ODI World Cup during India's title-winning campaign. Rayudu, speaking on which format Sooryavanshi would make his debut in first, said: "I think definitely the T20 format [for his maiden call-up]. If he has a very good IPL and if he shows that he has the ability to keep calm under pressure... because, don't forget, our Indian team is a world champion team. It's won the T20 World Cup. So to replace somebody in that side is not easy."

Sooryavanshi's 17-ball 52 vs CSK sparked the question of him making his international debut India once again. The teenager, ever since making his debut at 14 in IPL 2025, has been climbing up faster than anyone would have thought, making him hard to ingore for international debut.

Vaibhav Sooryvanshi ready to make India senior debut? 2011 ODI World Cup winner 'would love to see him fast-tracked'

India's star opener Sanju Samson shared a story about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s conversation with coach Rahul Dravid during the Indian Premier League 2025. Last year, in an match against Lucknow Super Giants, Sooryavanshi created history by becoming the youngest player to debut in the IPL at just 14 years and 23 days, representing Rajasthan Royals.&nbsp;Samson said Dravid called the young batter for a discussion before the game and wanted to guide him because he was so young. During the meeting, Dravid asked Sooryavanshi about his plan for the match and the youngster replied very casually, saying he would just play his natural game. He added that if the first ball came in his hitting area, he would try to hit it in the air.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-great-opportunity-for-us-shubman-gill-opens-up-on-india-s-plans-for-2027-odi-world-cup-1773638797980">‘Great opportunity for us’: Shubman Gill opens up on India’s plans for 2027 ODI World Cup</a>&nbsp;Samson explained that Sooryavanshi seemed completely relaxed and confident, almost as if he was playing a video game in his own world. Dravid had asked him about his game plan, but the teenager simply said he would play his shots and not think too much.&nbsp;“I meant I was there in the meeting. So, Rahul Sir invited him to the room. Sir said, ‘Sanju, we need to talk to him. He’s a very young kid; we have to tell him how to go about it’,” Samson said at the Naman Awards in New Delhi.&nbsp;“So, Rahul Sir asked him, ‘Vaibhav, what’s the plan?’ Vaibhav said, “There’s nothing special, Sir. I’ll play, that’s it”. Dravid asked ‘What’s your game plan?’&nbsp;“Vaibhav said, “if I get the first ball in my zone, I’ll take the aerial route”. That’s exactly what he did actually. He’s playing a video game of his own,” Samson added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ban-vs-pak-3rd-odi-salman-ali-agha-s-106-in-vain-as-bangladesh-defeat-pakistan-by-11-runs-win-series-2-1-1773594553242">Salman Ali Agha’s 106 in vain as BAN defeat PAK by 11 runs, win series 2-1</a><h3>Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s performance in IPL 2025&nbsp;</h3>Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, Sooryavanshi played seven matches, scoring 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55, with a highest score of 101. His performances quickly marked him as one of the most promising young talents in world cricket.&nbsp;The left-handed batter also made history by scoring 101 off just 38 balls against Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. This knock became the fastest IPL century by an Indian and the second-fastest overall in the league.

Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, he played seven matches and scored 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55.

India's star opener Sanju Samson shared a story about Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s conversation with coach Rahul Dravid during the Indian Premier League 2025. Last year, in an match against Lucknow Super Giants, Sooryavanshi created history by becoming the youngest player to debut in the IPL at just 14 years and 23 days, representing Rajasthan Royals. Samson said Dravid called the young batter for a discussion before the game and wanted to guide him because he was so young. During the meeting, Dravid asked Sooryavanshi about his plan for the match and the youngster replied very casually, saying he would just play his natural game. He added that if the first ball came in his hitting area, he would try to hit it in the air. Also Read - ‘Great opportunity for us’: Shubman Gill opens up on India’s plans for 2027 ODI World Cup Samson explained that Sooryavanshi seemed completely relaxed and confident, almost as if he was playing a video game in his own world. Dravid had asked him about his game plan, but the teenager simply said he would play his shots and not think too much. “I meant I was there in the meeting. So, Rahul Sir invited him to the room. Sir said, ‘Sanju, we need to talk to him. He’s a very young kid; we have to tell him how to go about it’,” Samson said at the Naman Awards in New Delhi. “So, Rahul Sir asked him, ‘Vaibhav, what’s the plan?’ Vaibhav said, “There’s nothing special, Sir. I’ll play, that’s it”. Dravid asked ‘What’s your game plan?’ “Vaibhav said, “if I get the first ball in my zone, I’ll take the aerial route”. That’s exactly what he did actually. He’s playing a video game of his own,” Samson added. Also Read - Salman Ali Agha’s 106 in vain as BAN defeat PAK by 11 runs, win series 2-1 Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s performance in IPL 2025 Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, Sooryavanshi played seven matches, scoring 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55, with a highest score of 101. His performances quickly marked him as one of the most promising young talents in world cricket. The left-handed batter also made history by scoring 101 off just 38 balls against Gujarat Titans at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur. This knock became the fastest IPL century by an Indian and the second-fastest overall in the league.

Sooryavanshi was bought by Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2025 mega auction for INR 1.10 crore when he was only 13. During the 2025 season, he played seven matches and scored 252 runs at an average of 36 and an impressive strike rate of 206.55.

‘I’ll take the aerial route’: Sanju Samson reveals Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s chat with Rahul Dravid

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) concluded the class 10 Mathematics Standard and Mathematics Basic board exams today. The exam was started at 10:30 AM and ended at 1:30 PM.However, Indian U-19 cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi did not attend the board exam. Speaking to ANI, NK Sinha, Principal of Podar International School, said that Vaibhav was absent and was marked absent as per CBSE rules. He added that they expected him to come, but he may have had other commitments like a cricket match or practice. He also said that Sooryavanshi might appear in the next exam. &nbsp;&nbsp;“He is absent today. He has not come to the examination centre. We have marked him absent according to the policy of CBSE… If a student is absent, we have to mark him absent… We were expecting him to come and give the examination, but there are many other obligations. There could be a cricket match or a practice… I think he will definitely take the next exam,” said Sinha.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/australia-knocked-out-of-t20-world-cup-2026-as-zimbabwe-qualify-from-group-b-1771329953409">Australia knocked out of T20 World Cup 2026 as Zimbabwe qualify from Group B</a>&nbsp;Sooryavanshi was the Player of the Match in the finals vs England at the U-19 World Cup for his match-winning inning of 175 runs off 80 balls, comprising 15 fours and sixes each, reaching his century in 55 balls, which is one of the fastest in U-19 World Cup history and helped India win the World Cup for the sixth time.&nbsp;He was also the Player of the tournament, scoring 439 runs in seven matches at a brilliant strike rate of 169.50 and an average of 62.71. The left-handed opener hit the most sixes in the tournament (30 sixes). &nbsp;&nbsp;The 14-year old has already joined the pre-season camp of Rajasthan Royals in Nagpur. After an impressive debut season in 2025, he is expected to be an important player for the team in IPL 2026.&nbsp;With inputs from news agencies

Sooryavanshi has already joined the pre-season camp of Rajasthan Royals in Nagpur. After an impressive debut season in 2025, he is expected to be an important player for the team in IPL 2026. 

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) concluded the class 10 Mathematics Standard and Mathematics Basic board exams today. The exam was started at 10:30 AM and ended at 1:30 PM. However, Indian U-19 cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi did not attend the board exam. Speaking to ANI, NK Sinha, Principal of Podar International School, said that Vaibhav was absent and was marked absent as per CBSE rules. He added that they expected him to come, but he may have had other commitments like a cricket match or practice. He also said that Sooryavanshi might appear in the next exam. “He is absent today. He has not come to the examination centre. We have marked him absent according to the policy of CBSE… If a student is absent, we have to mark him absent… We were expecting him to come and give the examination, but there are many other obligations. There could be a cricket match or a practice… I think he will definitely take the next exam,” said Sinha. Also Read - Australia knocked out of T20 World Cup 2026 as Zimbabwe qualify from Group B Sooryavanshi was the Player of the Match in the finals vs England at the U-19 World Cup for his match-winning inning of 175 runs off 80 balls, comprising 15 fours and sixes each, reaching his century in 55 balls, which is one of the fastest in U-19 World Cup history and helped India win the World Cup for the sixth time. He was also the Player of the tournament, scoring 439 runs in seven matches at a brilliant strike rate of 169.50 and an average of 62.71. The left-handed opener hit the most sixes in the tournament (30 sixes). The 14-year old has already joined the pre-season camp of Rajasthan Royals in Nagpur. After an impressive debut season in 2025, he is expected to be an important player for the team in IPL 2026. With inputs from news agencies

Sooryavanshi has already joined the pre-season camp of Rajasthan Royals in Nagpur. After an impressive debut season in 2025, he is expected to be an important player for the team in IPL 2026.&nbsp;

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi marked absent for not appearing in Class 10 exam, prioritises IPL 2026

India’s young cricket star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will not appear for his Class 10 exams this year. The 14-year-old recently played a big role in India’s victory at the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, but his busy cricket schedule has made it hard for him to focus on his studies. He spent most of 2025 travelling for matches with the India Under-19 and India A teams. Sooryavanshi studies at Modesty School in Tajpur, Bihar and his board exams were scheduled from Feb 17 to March 11. At first, there were some media reports that he would take the exams, however, his coach, Manish Ojha, has confirmed that he will skip them to prepare for the next season of the Indian Premier League.&nbsp;&nbsp;“He won’t be giving the Class X exams. He is currently in Nagpur preparing for the upcoming IPL. He has already joined Rajasthan Royals for a pre-season camp,” said Ojha.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shahid-afridi-on-son-in-law-shaheen-babar-azam-flop-show-vs-india-in-t20-world-cup-if-it-was-in-my-hands-i-would-not-1771232860558">Shahid Afridi on son-in-law Shaheen’s flop show vs IND: ‘If it was in my hands, I would not…’</a>&nbsp;Sooryavanshi has already joined the pre-season camp of Rajasthan Royals in Nagpur. After an impressive debut season in 2025, he is expected to be an important player for the team in IPL 2026.&nbsp;<h2>Sooryavanshi’s U-19 World Cup performance</h2>At the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup, Sooryavanshi delivered outstanding performances. In the final against England, he scored 175 runs from just 80 balls and his innings included 15 fours and 15 sixes, the highest number of sixes in a single innings in the tournament’s history.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fide-freestyle-world-championship-india-s-arjun-erigasi-finishes-6th-as-carlsen-wins-almost-lost-maiden-title-1771230755479">Carlsen wins 'almost lost' maiden FIDE Freestyle World Championship</a>&nbsp;He finished the tournament with 439 runs in seven matches, making him the second-highest run-scorer. He hit one century and three fifties, helping India to win the title. He was named Player of the Match in the final and also received the Player of the Tournament award.&nbsp;&nbsp;During the tournament, he hit 30 sixes in total, setting a new record for the most sixes in U-19 World Cup history. He broke the previous record of 18 sixes held by Dewald Brevis.

India’s young cricket star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will not appear for his Class 10 exams this year. The 14-year-old recently played a big role in India’s victory at the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, but his busy cricket schedule has made it hard for him to focus on his studies. He spent most of 2025 travelling for matches with the India Under-19 and India A teams. Sooryavanshi studies at Modesty School in Tajpur, Bihar and his board exams were scheduled from Feb 17 to March 11. At first, there were some media reports that he would take the exams, however, his coach, Manish Ojha, has confirmed that he will skip them to prepare for the next season of the Indian Premier League. “He won’t be giving the Class X exams. He is currently in Nagpur preparing for the upcoming IPL. He has already joined Rajasthan Royals for a pre-season camp,” said Ojha. Also Read - Shahid Afridi on son-in-law Shaheen’s flop show vs IND: ‘If it was in my hands, I would not…’ Sooryavanshi has already joined the pre-season camp of Rajasthan Royals in Nagpur. After an impressive debut season in 2025, he is expected to be an important player for the team in IPL 2026. Sooryavanshi’s U-19 World Cup performance At the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup, Sooryavanshi delivered outstanding performances. In the final against England, he scored 175 runs from just 80 balls and his innings included 15 fours and 15 sixes, the highest number of sixes in a single innings in the tournament’s history. Also Read - Carlsen wins 'almost lost' maiden FIDE Freestyle World Championship He finished the tournament with 439 runs in seven matches, making him the second-highest run-scorer. He hit one century and three fifties, helping India to win the title. He was named Player of the Match in the final and also received the Player of the Tournament award. During the tournament, he hit 30 sixes in total, setting a new record for the most sixes in U-19 World Cup history. He broke the previous record of 18 sixes held by Dewald Brevis.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi prioritises IPL 2026, misses class 10 exams

India’s dominance in the junior division of cricket was yet again on showcase as the Boys in Blue won their record-extending sixth U19 World Cup at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. After the triumph, Indian greats Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar led the applause for the winning U19 World Cup side. Indian President Droupadi Murmu also congratulated the Indian side on the triumph.<h2>Legends, President lead applause</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Heartiest congratulations to Team India on winning the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 for the record sixth time! Remaining undefeated throughout the tournament, the team has done the nation proud with its dominant performance. I wish the talented young players a very bright…&mdash; President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) <a href="https://twitter.com/rashtrapatibhvn/status/2019803516282523810?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“Heartiest congratulations to&nbsp; Team India on winning the ICC Men’s U19 World Cup 2026 for the record sixth time! Remaining&nbsp; undefeated throughout the tournament, the team has done the nation proud with its dominant performance. I wish the talented young players a very bright future ahead. I am sure that Indian cricket will go from strength to strength,” President Murmu wrote on her X handle.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Champions! So proud of this young group and the fearless cricket they played. Well done to the entire team, including coaches and support staff. Enjoy the moment! When you have a Sooryavanshi, a timeless blockbuster is expected! Well done, Vaibhav! <a href="https://t.co/wGXtwt55SS">pic.twitter.com/wGXtwt55SS</a>&mdash; Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt/status/2019803922979078467?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“Champions! So proud of this young group and the fearless cricket they played. Well done to the entire team, including coaches and support staff. Enjoy the moment! When you have a Sooryavanshi, a timeless blockbuster is expected! Well done, Vaibhav,” Sachin Tendulkar wrote while taking to X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Congratulations to the U-19 Indian team for lifting the World Cup once again. Our domination in the age group cricket and beyond continues. Well done to the whole squad and the support staff. 👏🇮🇳&mdash; Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) <a href="https://twitter.com/imVkohli/status/2019792823814402374?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“Congratulations to the U-19 Indian team for lifting the World Cup once again. Our domination in the age group cricket and beyond continues. Well done to the whole squad and the support staff,” former India U19 World Cup winning captain Virat Kohli wrote.&nbsp;&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝗖.𝗛.𝗔.𝗠.𝗣.𝗜.𝗢.𝗡.𝗦 🏆 Congratulations to India U19 on winning the ICC Men&#39;s U19 World Cup 2026 👏👏 Their historic 6⃣th title 🫡 Take. A. Bow 🙇 Scorecard ▶️ <a href="https://t.co/hisult7mtv">https://t.co/hisult7mtv</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/U19WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#U19WorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/5a0Pf4wpTw">pic.twitter.com/5a0Pf4wpTw</a>&mdash; BCCI (@BCCI) <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI/status/2019786153172566030?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Redemption complete. Summit reclaimed. 🇮🇳🏆 🇮🇳 U19 are champions again, lifting a record 6️⃣th Under-19 World Cup title after missing out last year. Also… two finals, two trophies. Our favourite teams clearly understood the assignment. 😏❤️‍🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PlayBold?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PlayBold</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E0%B2%A8%E0%B2%AE%E0%B3%8D%E0%B2%AERCB?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ನಮ್ಮRCB</a> <a href="https://t.co/7Z7pti5KT1">pic.twitter.com/7Z7pti5KT1</a>&mdash; Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) <a href="https://twitter.com/RCBTweets/status/2019802139061854563?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Historic Moment for Indian Cricket! 🇮🇳 Proud moment for Virar and Maharashtra! Heartiest congratulations to Team India on lifting the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. Under the captaincy of Ayush Mhatre, our very own boy from Virar, this team showcased grit, discipline, and… <a href="https://t.co/O3iFygwzzM">pic.twitter.com/O3iFygwzzM</a>&mdash; Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) <a href="https://twitter.com/Dev_Fadnavis/status/2019806403133948000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A sixth star on India’s U-19 crown 🇮🇳 Many congratulations to our U-19 boys on clinching a record sixth U19 World Cup after a dominant campaign. The future stars are ready to take over.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/U19WorldCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#U19WorldCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/kAa3shq9pI">pic.twitter.com/kAa3shq9pI</a>&mdash; Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) <a href="https://twitter.com/JM_Scindia/status/2019791425752240140?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Champions again 🏆 A record 6th U-19 World Cup for India. Vaibhav’s 175 and Ayush’s captain’s knock set it up, and Ambrish and the bowlers finished it off in style. Well played, boys 🇮🇳👏 <a href="https://t.co/020hzmftao">pic.twitter.com/020hzmftao</a>&mdash; Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) <a href="https://twitter.com/SDhawan25/status/2019803857405251915?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Heartiest congratulations to India’s Young Champions on lifting the ICC U19 World Cup trophy in Harare, Zimbabwe. A truly historic achievement as India clinches the title for a record sixth time. Special appreciation to young star Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for his record breaking… <a href="https://t.co/dpyL30Tpfv">pic.twitter.com/dpyL30Tpfv</a>&mdash; Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/VPIndia/status/2019785673730138127?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Heartfelt congratulations to India’s U19 cricket team on winning the ICC Men&#39;s U19 World Cup for the sixth time. This is a fantastic achievement, a testament to their splendid skill sets and sheer dedication. This victory is marked by Young India’s extraordinary grit and… <a href="https://t.co/JxF65545eL">pic.twitter.com/JxF65545eL</a>&mdash; Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) <a href="https://twitter.com/rajnathsingh/status/2019790597557833870?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">World Champions again! Heartiest congratulations to the India U19 team on lifting the U19 World Cup. A commanding run throughout the tournament, crowned by a sensational knock from Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the final. Well done to the players and support staff on this memorable… <a href="https://t.co/OiFGXlvoJg">pic.twitter.com/OiFGXlvoJg</a>&mdash; Rajeev Shukla (@ShuklaRajiv) <a href="https://twitter.com/ShuklaRajiv/status/2019788947157815335?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Champions again! 🇮🇳 Congratulations to India’s U19 Men&#39;s team on their sixth World Cup triumph. An extraordinary knock by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 175 in 80 balls, laid the perfect foundation in the final. Wishing these young stars a wonderful journey ahead in Indian cricket. <a href="https://t.co/JvBdxeGJKf">pic.twitter.com/JvBdxeGJKf</a>&mdash; Mithali Raj (@M_Raj03) <a href="https://twitter.com/M_Raj03/status/2019806379448672564?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>India win U19 World Cup</h2>In a one-sided final, India restricted England to 311 before bowling them out to win a record-extending sixth title. Tasked with chasing 412 runs to win, England batters gave a great account of themselves but were nowhere close to India’s dominant show despite Caleb Falconer’s 115-run knock.&nbsp;Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was on fire as he scored 175 off just 80 balls for India, which laid the foundation for the win. India made the most of the innings, scoring 411/9 in their 50 overs. Captain Mhatre scored 53 off 51, while healthy contributions from Vedant Trivedi (32), Vihaan Malhotra (30), Abhigyan Kundu (40), and Kanishk Chouhan (37) helped India reach the 400-run mark in the match.&nbsp;In the end, India won by 100 runs to win their sixth title and third in the last five editions of the U19 World Cup.

Riding on the excellent batting show from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, India won the one-sided contest by 100 runs. The win sees India win their third title in five editions, underlining their dominance in the junior category of the sport.

India’s dominance in the junior division of cricket was yet again on showcase as the Boys in Blue won their record-extending sixth U19 World Cup at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. After the triumph, Indian greats Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar led the applause for the winning U19 World Cup side. Indian President Droupadi Murmu also congratulated the Indian side on the triumph. Legends, President lead applause

Riding on the excellent batting show from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, India won the one-sided contest by 100 runs. The win sees India win their third title in five editions, underlining their dominance in the junior category of the sport.

U19 World Cup final: Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli lead applause as Boys in Blue clinch sixth title

India’s U19 team added another feather to its already impressive hat on Friday (Feb 6) as they won their record-extending sixth World Cup, having beaten England in the summit clash at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. Riding on the excellent 175-run knock from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, India defeated England by 100 runs to win their third title in the last five editions. After the win, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the applause as he congratulated the team on its success, praising them and highlighting the importance of the win.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">India’s cricketing talent shines! Proud of our U-19 team for bringing home the World Cup. The team has played very well through the tournament, showcasing exceptional skill. This win will inspire several young sportspersons too. Best wishes to the players for their upcoming…&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/2019800931697877053?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>PM Modi hails U19 World Cup winning squad</h2>“India’s cricketing talent shines! Proud of our U-19 team for bringing home the World Cup. The team has played very well through the tournament, showcasing exceptional skill. This win will inspire several young sportspersons too. Best wishes to the players for their upcoming endeavours,” PM Modi wrote on his X handle.&nbsp;In a one-sided final, India restricted England to 311 before bowling them out to win a record-extending sixth title. Tasked with chasing 412 runs to win, England batters gave a great account of themselves but were nowhere close to India’s dominant show despite Caleb Falconer’s 115-run knock. Vital contributions from Ben Dawkins (66), Ben Mayes (45), Thomas Rew (31) and James Minto (28) were not enough for England as they ended up second best in the contest.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;RS Ambrish scalped three wickets while Deepesh Devendran bagged a brace for India. Kanishk Chouhan, Khilan Patel and Ayush Mhatre were also amongst the wicket-taking bowlers.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a><h2>Sooryavanshi on fire for India</h2>Earlier, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was on fire as he scored 175 off just 80 balls. India made the most of the innings, scoring 411/9 in their 50 overs. Captain Mhatre scored 53 off 51, while healthy contributions from Vedant Trivedi (32), Vihaan Malhotra (30), Abhigyan Kundu (40) and Kanishk Chouhan (37) helped India reach the 400-run mark in the match.

India’s U19 team added another feather to its already impressive hat on Friday (Feb 6) as they won their record-extending sixth World Cup, having beaten England in the summit clash at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. Riding on the excellent 175-run knock from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, India defeated England by 100 runs to win their third title in the last five editions. After the win, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the applause as he congratulated the team on its success, praising them and highlighting the importance of the win.

PM Modi hails India's young stars after U19 World Cup triumph, tweets 'this win will inspire young sportspersons'

From Ben Mayes to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in U19 World Cup 2026. This list also includes Faisal Shinozada, Thomas Rew and Viran Chamuditha

From Ben Mayes to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, here's a look at the top five batters with most runs in U19 World Cup 2026. This list also includes Faisal Shinozada, Thomas Rew and Viran Chamuditha

Meet top 5 batters with most runs in U19 World Cup 2026

India extended its run in the U19 World Cup on Friday (Feb 6) as they clinched their sixth title under Ayush Mhatre's captaincy at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. Riding on the excellent batting show from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, India won the one-sided contest by 100 runs. The win sees India win their third title in five editions, underlining their dominance in the junior category of the sport.

<h2>India clinch sixth title</h2>In what was a one-sided final, India restricted England to 311 before bowling them out to win a record-extending sixth title. Tasked with chasing 412 runs to win, England batters gave a great account of themselves but were nowhere close to India’s dominant show despite Caleb Falconer’s 115-run knock. Vital contributions from Ben Dawkins (66), Ben Mayes (45), Thomas Rew (31) and James Minto (28) were not enough for England as they ended up second best in the contest.&nbsp;RS Ambrish scalped three wickets while Deepesh Devendran bagged a brace for India. Kanishk Chouhan, Khilan Patel and Ayush Mhatre were also amongst the wicket-taking bowlers.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a><h2>Sooryavanshi on fire for India</h2>Earlier, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi was on fire as he scored 175 off just 80 balls. India made the most of the innings, scoring 411/9 in their 50 overs. Captain Mhatre scored 53 off 51, while healthy contributions from Vedant Trivedi (32), Vihaan Malhotra (30), Abhigyan Kundu (40) and Kanishk Chouhan (37) helped India reach the 400-run mark in the match. India, with the total, also ensured they had the highest total in a U19 World Cup final as they won the tournament.&nbsp;Having already made a name in IPL 2025, Sooryavanshi was a hot prospect in Indian cricket and continued his streak. Sooryavanshi, who turns 15 in March, was seen scoring runs all over the ground as he struck 15 sixes and 15 fours, scoring 175 off 80 balls and a strike rate of more than 200. Altogether, 150 runs were scored in fours and sixes by the batter, also setting a new record.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;The win meant India have now won six U19 World Cups, most by any side in the tournament’s history, two more than Australia. India lost to Australia in the 2024 edition final but regained the throne while they were playing in a sixth straight final on Friday.

India extended its run in the U19 World Cup on Friday (Feb 6) as they clinched their sixth title under Ayush Mhatre's captaincy at the Harare Sports Club in Harare. Riding on the excellent batting show from Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, India won the one-sided contest by 100 runs. The win sees India win their third title in five editions, underlining their dominance in the junior category of the sport.

U19 World Cup final: Sooryavanshi run feast helps India extend dominance, clinch sixth title in England rout

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wreaked havoc in the final of the U19 World Cup on Friday (Feb 6) as he played a 175-run knock against England. Playing at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Sooryavanshi completed his ton in 55 balls before going on to break a series of records in the final. Sooryavanshi is also the youngest to score a ton in the final, now holding the record for the highest individual score in the summit clash.<h2>Sooryavanshi wreaks havoc</h2>Having already made a name in IPL 2025, Sooryavanshi was a hot prospect in Indian cricket and continued his streak. Sooryavanshi, who turns 15 in March, was seen scoring runs all over the ground as he struck 15 sixes and 15 fours, scoring 175 off 80 balls and a strike rate of more than 200. Altogether, 150 runs were scored in fours and sixes by the batter, also setting a new record.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/meet-indians-to-score-most-runs-in-each-of-last-5-t20-world-cups-ft-virat-kohli-kl-rahul-rohit-sharma-2026-t20-world-cup-1768479871185">Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli</a>&nbsp;Fastest U19 WC hundreds (by balls faced)51 - Will Malajczuk (AUS) vs Japan, Windhoek, 202655 - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (IND) vs ENG, Harare, 202663 - Qasim Akram (PAK) vs SL, North Sound, 202265 - Ben Mayes (ENG) vs SCOT, Harare, 202669 - Raj Bawa (IND) vs Uganda, Tarouba, 2022&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-chris-gayle-to-brendon-mccullum-5-batters-to-score-fastest-t20-world-cup-hundreds-rilee-rossouw-ahmed-shehzad-1768553361691">From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds</a>&nbsp;Hundreds in U19 WC finals119* - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (IND) vs ENG, Harare, 2026111* - Unmukt Chand (IND) vs AUS, Townsville, 2012108 - Brett Williams (AUS) vs PAK, Adelaide, 1988107 - Stephen Peters (ENG) vs NZ, Johannesburg, 1998101* - Manjot Kalra (IND) vs AUS, Mount Maunganui, 2018100* - Jarrad Burke (AUS) vs SA, Lincoln, 2002<h2>What happened during India innings?</h2>While Sooryavanshi was on fire, India made most of the innings, scoring 411/9 in their 50 overs. Captain Ayush Mhatre scored 53 off 51, while healthy contributions from Vedant Trivedi (32), Vihaan Malhotra (30), Abhigyan Kundu (40) and Kanishk Chouhan (37) helped India reach the 400-run mark in the match. India, with the total, also ensured they had the highest total in a U19 World Cup final as they attempt to win their sixth title in the competition’s history.

Playing at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi completed his ton in 58 balls before going on to break a series of records in the final.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wreaked havoc in the final of the U19 World Cup on Friday (Feb 6) as he played a 175-run knock against England. Playing at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Sooryavanshi completed his ton in 55 balls before going on to break a series of records in the final. Sooryavanshi is also the youngest to score a ton in the final, now holding the record for the highest individual score in the summit clash. Sooryavanshi wreaks havoc Having already made a name in IPL 2025, Sooryavanshi was a hot prospect in Indian cricket and continued his streak. Sooryavanshi, who turns 15 in March, was seen scoring runs all over the ground as he struck 15 sixes and 15 fours, scoring 175 off 80 balls and a strike rate of more than 200. Altogether, 150 runs were scored in fours and sixes by the batter, also setting a new record. ALSO READ | Meet Indians to score most runs in each of last 5 T20 World Cups ft Virat Kohli Fastest U19 WC hundreds (by balls faced) 51 - Will Malajczuk (AUS) vs Japan, Windhoek, 2026 55 - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (IND) vs ENG, Harare, 2026 63 - Qasim Akram (PAK) vs SL, North Sound, 2022 65 - Ben Mayes (ENG) vs SCOT, Harare, 2026 69 - Raj Bawa (IND) vs Uganda, Tarouba, 2022 ALSO READ | From Chris Gayle to Brendon McCullum, 5 batters to score fastest T20 World Cup hundreds Hundreds in U19 WC finals 119* - Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (IND) vs ENG, Harare, 2026 111* - Unmukt Chand (IND) vs AUS, Townsville, 2012 108 - Brett Williams (AUS) vs PAK, Adelaide, 1988 107 - Stephen Peters (ENG) vs NZ, Johannesburg, 1998 101* - Manjot Kalra (IND) vs AUS, Mount Maunganui, 2018 100* - Jarrad Burke (AUS) vs SA, Lincoln, 2002 What happened during India innings? While Sooryavanshi was on fire, India made most of the innings, scoring 411/9 in their 50 overs. Captain Ayush Mhatre scored 53 off 51, while healthy contributions from Vedant Trivedi (32), Vihaan Malhotra (30), Abhigyan Kundu (40) and Kanishk Chouhan (37) helped India reach the 400-run mark in the match. India, with the total, also ensured they had the highest total in a U19 World Cup final as they attempt to win their sixth title in the competition’s history.

Playing at the Harare Sports Club in Harare, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi completed his ton in 58 balls before going on to break a series of records in the final.

U19 World Cup final: Vaibhav Sooryavanshi wreaks havoc, rewrites record books with 175-run knock

India U-19 skipper Ayush Mhatre has put Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's innings in high regards after reaching the 10th 50-over World Cup final on Wednesday (Feb 4). Vaibhav scored a billegerent 33-ball 68 as opener as India U-19 chased down record 311-run target against Afghanistan U-19 in Harare, Zimbabwe with 7 wickets to spare. The opener's innings propelled India to a brilliant start as they had 90 runs on the board before 10 overs, setting up the stage for the next batters to come and win the match, which they did and skipper Mhatre described India captailizing on Sooryavanshi's innings as 'nothing special.'<h2>Mhatre regards Sooryavanshi's innings as base for record win vs AFG U-19 in World Cup semis</h2>"It was really important for us because after 10 overs we had 90 runs and that was fabulous for us," Mhatre said after the win. "He (Vaibhav) just released the pressure and we just wanted to build the innings. So it was really easy for us also to build the innings."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/t20-world-cup-2026-won-t-play-the-match-against-india-because-pak-pm-shehbaz-sharif-reveals-reason-behind-boycott-1770253511196">T20 World Cup 2026 | Pak PM Sharif reveals reason behind India match boycott</a>The skipper also shared what followed after Sooryavanshi was out and said: There was a simple discussion after 10 overs and (with) 90 runs (on the board). We had to just bat for a long time, just look for a singles, doubles and just take a boundary from a loose ball. So nothing special, just play the merit of the ball."<h2>India U-19 batters clinical in record chase</h2>After Sooryavanshi got out in the 10th over, skipper Mhatre (62) added 114 runs for the second with Aaron George to take India U-19 past 200 well before 30th over. After the skipper was out, Vihaan Malhotra joined Geroge and the duo added 96 runs for the third wicket, taking India to 300 in the 40th over before Geroge was dismissed but not before a brilliant 115 off just 104 balls. Needing just 11 more runs, Malhorta, who remained not out on 38, took the team home along with Vedant Trivedi (unbeaten 5) with almost 8 overs to spare. India now play England U-19 on Friday (Feb 6) for their record sixth U-19 ODI World Cup title.

Vaibhav's 33-ball 68 propelled India to a brilliant start as they had 90 runs on the board before 10 overs in chase of 311, setting up the stage for the next batters to come and win the match, and skipper Mhatre described India captailizing on Sooryavanshi's innings as 'nothing special.'

India U-19 skipper Ayush Mhatre has put Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's innings in high regards after reaching the 10th 50-over World Cup final on Wednesday (Feb 4). Vaibhav scored a billegerent 33-ball 68 as opener as India U-19 chased down record 311-run target against Afghanistan U-19 in Harare, Zimbabwe with 7 wickets to spare. The opener's innings propelled India to a brilliant start as they had 90 runs on the board before 10 overs, setting up the stage for the next batters to come and win the match, which they did and skipper Mhatre described India captailizing on Sooryavanshi's innings as 'nothing special.' Mhatre regards Sooryavanshi's innings as base for record win vs AFG U-19 in World Cup semis "It was really important for us because after 10 overs we had 90 runs and that was fabulous for us," Mhatre said after the win. "He (Vaibhav) just released the pressure and we just wanted to build the innings. So it was really easy for us also to build the innings." Also Read: T20 World Cup 2026 | Pak PM Sharif reveals reason behind India match boycott The skipper also shared what followed after Sooryavanshi was out and said: There was a simple discussion after 10 overs and (with) 90 runs (on the board). We had to just bat for a long time, just look for a singles, doubles and just take a boundary from a loose ball. So nothing special, just play the merit of the ball." India U-19 batters clinical in record chase After Sooryavanshi got out in the 10th over, skipper Mhatre (62) added 114 runs for the second with Aaron George to take India U-19 past 200 well before 30th over. After the skipper was out, Vihaan Malhotra joined Geroge and the duo added 96 runs for the third wicket, taking India to 300 in the 40th over before Geroge was dismissed but not before a brilliant 115 off just 104 balls. Needing just 11 more runs, Malhorta, who remained not out on 38, took the team home along with Vedant Trivedi (unbeaten 5) with almost 8 overs to spare. India now play England U-19 on Friday (Feb 6) for their record sixth U-19 ODI World Cup title.

Vaibhav's 33-ball 68 propelled India to a brilliant start as they had 90 runs on the board before 10 overs in chase of 311, setting up the stage for the next batters to come and win the match, and skipper Mhatre described India captailizing on Sooryavanshi's innings as 'nothing special.'

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