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Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is an Indian cricketer who plays domestic cricket for Bihar and has been signed by the Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is an Indian cricketer from Bihar who plays domestic cricket for Bihar and has been signed by the Rajasthan Royals for the Indian Premier League. Born on 27 March 2011 in Tajpur, Bihar, he is a left-handed batter and has gained attention as one of the youngest players to break into high-level professional cricket.

Early life

Vaibhav Suryavanshi was born on 27 March 2011 in Tajpur, Bihar. He is from the Samastipur region of Bihar and began playing cricket at a young age.

Domestic cricket

Suryavanshi made his first-class debut in January 2024 for Bihar. He is a left-handed batter and represents Bihar in domestic cricket.

Indian Premier League

Suryavanshi was signed by the Rajasthan Royals for the 2025 Indian Premier League season. He is reported to be the youngest player to secure an IPL contract and has set age-related batting records in the league.

Records and recognition

Suryavanshi gained widespread attention as the youngest player to be shortlisted for an IPL auction. He later set age-related batting records in the IPL and other youth cricket contexts.

Key facts

  • Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a left-handed Indian cricketer from Bihar.
  • He was born on 27 March 2011 in Tajpur, Bihar.
  • He made his first-class debut for Bihar in January 2024.
  • He was signed by the Rajasthan Royals for the Indian Premier League.
  • He is one of the youngest players to secure an IPL contract.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Vaibhav Suryavanshi?
Vaibhav Suryavanshi is an Indian cricketer from Bihar who plays for Bihar in domestic cricket and Rajasthan Royals in the IPL.
How old is Vaibhav Suryavanshi?
He was born on 27 March 2011, making him 15 years old as of July 2026.
What is Vaibhav Suryavanshi known for?
He is known as a highly regarded young left-handed batter and for becoming one of the youngest players to sign an IPL contract and later make batting history in the league.
What happened to Vaibhav Suryavanshi?
Vaibhav Suryavanshi has gained attention for his rapid rise in cricket, including his IPL contract and record-breaking performances.
Is Vaibhav Suryavanshi a cricketer?
Yes. He is an Indian cricketer who has played domestic cricket for Bihar and in the IPL for Rajasthan Royals.
Where is Vaibhav Suryavanshi from?
He is from Tajpur in Bihar, India, and sources also identify him with the Samastipur district region of Bihar.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vaibhav_Sooryavanshi
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, domestic team, IPL team, first-class debut
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Vaibhav-Sooryavanshi
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, left-handed batting, Bihar and Rajasthan Royals affiliation
  3. Olympics.com — https://www.olympics.com/en/news/who-is-vaibhav-suryavanshi-india-cricket-player
    Supports: Bihar origin, early cricket background, youngest player shortlist for IPL auction, Rajasthan Royals signing
  4. NDTV Sports — https://sports.ndtv.com/cricket/players/122383-vaibhav-suryavanshi-playerprofile
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, left-handed batting, domestic team
  5. Cricbuzz — https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/51791/vaibhav-sooryavanshi
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, youngest IPL contract, first-class debut
  6. ESPNcricinfo — https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/vaibhav-sooryavanshi-1408688
    Supports: Youngest IPL contract, IPL century record, IPL 2025 season statistics
  7. Hindustan Times — https://www.hindustantimes.com/cricket/vaibhav-suryavanshis-family-parents-how-the-father-and-mother-of-rrs-14-year-old-prodigy-fueled-his-cricket-dream-101745862006323.html
    Supports: Birthplace in Motipur village, Samastipur/Bihar origin, IPL century context
  8. BBC Sport — https://www.bbc.com/sport/cricket/articles/cx2wvqd3jnzo
    Supports: Youngest player to achieve a century in men's T20 cricket, Samastipur origin