Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Turns 15, Now Eligible for International Cricket

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi : Young batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has officially turned 15, marking a crucial moment in his rapidly rising cricket journey. With this, he now meets the minimum age requirement set by the International Cricket Council to represent a national team in international matches.

According to ICC regulations introduced in 2020, a player must be at least 15 years old to feature in international cricket. Sooryavanshi crossing that age threshold now makes him eligible for selection in India’s senior squad.

From Teenage Debut to IPL Headlines

Sooryavanshi first grabbed attention when he debuted at just 14 in the Indian Premier League, playing for the Rajasthan Royals. Picked for ₹1.1 crore in the 2025 auction, he wasted no time making an impact.

He famously smashed a six on the very first ball of his IPL career and went on to score a blistering century in just 35 balls—one of the fastest hundreds in the tournament’s history.

Dominating Across Formats

His performances didn’t stop at the IPL. Sooryavanshi continued his dream run in the Under-19 World Cup, where he was named Player of the Tournament. In the final, he delivered a breathtaking knock of 175 runs off just 80 balls.

In domestic cricket, he has already etched his name in record books. He became the youngest batter to score a century in List A cricket during the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He also impressed in the Ranji Trophy with a solid 93-run innings and lit up the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy with a stunning 144 runs off 42 balls.

What Lies Ahead

Now eligible for international cricket, Sooryavanshi stands on the brink of an even bigger stage. If his current form and fearless approach continue, a debut for the Indian senior team may not be far away.

At just 15, he has already shown glimpses of greatness—what comes next could define the future of Indian cricket.

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