IPL 2025: Vaibhav Suryavanshi faces Jofra Archer in nets ahead of RR's match against RCB

IANS April 12, 2025 193 views

Fourteen-year-old cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi is making waves in the IPL, training alongside Jofra Archer for Rajasthan Royals. The youngest player to secure an IPL contract has already broken records in youth and first-class cricket, including the fastest youth Test century by an Indian. His net session with Archer demonstrates his potential and commitment to the game. Suryavanshi represents a new generation of young talent transforming Indian cricket.

"Vaibhav vs Archer. Where else if not the IPL?!" - Rajasthan Royals Social Media
Jaipur, April 12: Rajasthan Royals' youngest recruit of the IPL, Vaibhav Suryavanshi, faced England pacer and teammate Jofra Archer in the nets ahead of their first home clash against Royal Challengers Bengaluru at Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur on Sunday.

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Youngest IPL contract holder faces international pacer in nets

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Scored fastest youth Test century against Australia

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Remarkable debut in first-class cricket

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RR seeks momentum against RCB

Suryavanshi, who turned 14 last month, was acquired by the Jaipur-based franchise for Rs 1.1 crore in last year's auction in Jeddah. The teenager became the youngest player to bag an IPL contract in the tournament's history.

Rajasthan Royals posted the video of Suryavanshi's net session with the caption, "Vaibhav vs Archer. Where else if not the IPL?!"

The left-handed batter faced Archer with full commitment and displayed his range of shots including pull and straight drive. The English pacer was also impressed with Suryavanshi's batting in the nets. The youngster is yet to make his debut in the IPL.

The 14-year-old had a sensational 2024 season both domestically and internationally. He made his first-class debut for Bihar in January 2024, at just 12 years and 284 days old. During his debut, the left-hand batter scored 71 off 42 balls against Baroda in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25, becoming the youngest Indian to score a List A fifty.

On the international stage, Suryavanshi set the record for the fastest youth Test century by an Indian, scoring a blazing 58-ball ton against Australia in Chennai. He also played a pivotal role in India's run to the ACC U19 Asia Cup final, contributing two crucial half-centuries.

Sanju Samson-led Rajasthan are placed seventh in the points table with two wins in five games while RCB are ranked fourth with six points in five matches. Both the teams faced defeats in their last game and will look to gain winning momentum in the tournament.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This kid is pure talent! Facing Archer in the nets at 14? That's insane confidence. Hope he gets his debut soon 🤩 #FutureOfCricket
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Priya M.
While his talent is undeniable, I hope RR manages his workload carefully. 14 is too young for such intense pressure. Let him develop naturally.
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Arjun S.
That straight drive against Archer in the practice video was textbook perfect! Can't wait to see him in action against RCB's bowling attack.
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Neha R.
Making a List A fifty at 12? That's just unreal! 🚀 But I do wonder if we're putting too much spotlight on him too soon. Let's not create another burnout case.
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Vikram J.
Respectfully, I think the article exaggerates his achievements a bit. Yes he's talented, but let's see how he performs against top-tier bowlers in actual matches before calling him the next big thing.
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Sneha P.
That net session video gave me goosebumps! The way he's holding his own against Archer's pace... future looks bright for Indian cricket 💙

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