Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi has made history by becoming the youngest player to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) – and promptly hit the first ball he faced for a six.
Opening the batting Suryavanshi, who only turned 14 last month, came on as an impact substitute for Rajasthan Royals and scored 34 runs off 20 balls, announcing himself on the big stage by hitting the first ball over extra cover for a maximum.
Suryavanshi hit three sixes and two fours during his 20-ball cameo before he was stumped by Lucknow Super Giants’ captain Rishabh Pant.
The teenager was replacing Rajasthan’s injured skipper Sanju Samson, who suffered an injury to his side against Delhi Capitals in their previous game.
Image: Suryavanshi looks dejected as he walks after losing his wicket.
Pic: Reuters
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