Rajasthan Royals’ young sensation, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, has taken the cricketing world by storm by smashing the fastest century by an Indian in IPL history. In a fiery contest against Gujarat Titans at Jaipur during IPL 2025, the young prodigy lit up the Sawai Mansingh Stadium with a jaw-dropping knock of 101 runs off just 38 balls, a performance that will be etched in the memories of fans for years to come.
| Balls | Player | Team vs Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | Chris Gayle | RCB vs PWI | Bengaluru | 2013 |
| 35 | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | RR vs GT | Jaipur | 2025 |
| 37 | Yusuf Pathan | RR vs MI | Mumbai | 2010 |
| 38 | David Miller | PBKS vs RCB | Mohali | 2013 |
With his explosive ton off just 35 balls, Vaibhav now holds the record for the fastest century by an Indian in IPL history, surpassing Yusuf Pathan’s 2010 feat. Globally, he stands second only to Chris Gayle’s monumental 30-ball century.
Fastest Century By an Indian
Runs: 101
Balls Faced: 38
Fours: 7
Sixes: 11
Strike Rate: 265.79
Vaibhav reached his century in style by launching a six off Prasidh Krishna, completing his milestone in just 35 deliveries. He tore apart the Gujarat Titans’ bowling attack with fearless hitting, showcasing his ability to find gaps and clear the ropes with ease. His boundary-hitting spree included 11 towering sixes and 7 cracking fours.
It was a nightmare for bowlers like Prasidh Krishna, Rashid Khan, and Mohammed Siraj, who struggled to contain the youngster’s blitzkrieg.
Rajasthan Royals' Dominant Victory
Chasing a target of 210 runs, Rajasthan Royals breezed through the innings, thanks to Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s heroics and a steady innings from Yashasvi Jaiswal, who scored an unbeaten 70 off 40 balls. Rajasthan Royals finished at 212/2 in just 15.5 overs, clinching a massive 8-wicket win over Gujarat Titans.
Gujarat Titans Innings Highlights:
Total: 209/4 (20 Overs)
Top Performers:
Shubman Gill – 84 (50)
Jos Buttler – 50* (26)
Rajasthan Royals Innings Highlights:
Total: 212/2 (15.5 Overs)
Top Performers:
Vaibhav Suryavanshi – 101 (38)
Yashasvi Jaiswal – 70* (40)
Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Rising Star of Indian Cricket
Who is Vaibhav Suryavanshi?
The 20-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi is quickly becoming a household name. With exceptional talent and fearless batting, he has been a standout performer for Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025.
In just 3 matches, he has amassed 151 runs at an unbelievable strike rate of 215.71, which includes one
What Makes Vaibhav Suryavanshi Special?
Vaibhav’s clean hitting, aggressive intent, and fearless attitude are what separate him from the rest. His ability to dominate even the best bowlers in the world reflects his enormous potential. Rajasthan Royals, known for nurturing young talents like Sanju Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal, seem to have found yet another gem in Vaibhav.
His performance also drew massive attention across social media, with fans and cricket experts predicting that he could soon be seen in India’s senior T20 setup if he continues his sensational form.
KhelBhaskar Thoughts
Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s explosive century against Gujarat Titans is not just a personal milestone but a loud announcement of his arrival on the grand stage. If he continues in the same vein, he could very well be the next big thing in Indian cricket.
Rajasthan Royals have unlocked a new superstar, and IPL 2025 has found its latest hero!