Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Knock Propels Rajasthan Royals to Thrilling Win

Jaipur, India – In a thrilling match on April 28, 2025, Rajasthan Royals pulled off a stunning victory against Gujarat Titans, thanks to a record-setting performance from 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Chasing a daunting target of 210 runs, Royals won by eight wickets with 25 balls to spare at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium.

Suryavanshi made history during the chase, becoming the youngest player to score a century in IPL history, reaching 101 off just 38 balls. His explosive innings included a blistering 35-ball century, a record that left veteran players like Rashid Khan in awe. Following his innings, every Gujarat player offered him congratulations as he exited the pitch.

The victory comes as a much-needed boost for Rajasthan Royals, who entered the match struggling in eighth place and faced potential elimination from playoff contention. Captain Riyan Parag, filling in for the injured Sanju Samson, noted that the team played with pride. “We’ve had a tough season, but today we showed what we’re capable of,” Parag said after the match.

In their opening partnership, Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal combined for an impressive 166 runs in just 71 balls. Jaiswal also contributed significantly, finishing the innings with 64 runs off 37 balls. Their solid performance not only secured a win but showcased the immense talent of the young players in the team.

Gujarat Titans, who were at the top of the league table, set a challenging target with a score of 209/4. Captain Shubman Gill led the charge with 84 runs off 50 balls, supported by Sai Sudharsan’s 39 runs. Despite their strong performance, the Titans could not withstand the onslaught from the Royals’ young hitters.

With this victory, Rajasthan Royals kept their playoff hopes alive while handing the Gujarat Titans a rare defeat this season. Royals’ bowling attack, which had been shaky throughout the campaign, finally found its rhythm as they limited Titans in the death overs. As the season progresses, the Royals will look to build on this momentum while the Titans prepare for a strong response in their upcoming matches.