IPL 2025: Childhood Photo Of Vaibhav Suryavanshi Supporting MS Dhoni’s RPS In 2017 Goes Viral; Fans Spark Age Debate

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is currently the talk of the town following his record breaking century against Gujarat Titans on Monday,April 28. The 14-year-old smashed 101 off just 38 balls making him the youngest Indian and second fatest centurion in IPL history. Following his historic knock a social media user by the name of Soorma Eats Choorma posted a picture of the RR youngsters attending an IPL match in 2017. In the image, 6-year-old Suryavanshi can be seen posing with his father while supporting Rising Pune Supergiants jersey

Here's what fans had to say about Vaibhav Suryavanshi's picture

Last year Vaibhav was accused of age fudging after allegations surfaced that the cricketer is actually 15 years old instead of his declared age of 13 years. Video about his age has also gone viral on social media as well.

Multiple reports claim that the cricketer was born in 2011 and Vaibhav’s father Sanjiv has quashed rumours of any age fraud being done by him giving open challenge for age test. Speaking to PTI he said, "When he was 8 and half years old he first appeared for BCCI bone test. He has already played India U-19. We don't fear anyone. He can again undergo age test,".

Sanjiv further added, "My son has worked hard. At the age of 8 years, he excelled at U-16 district trials. I would take him for his cricket coaching to Samastipur and then take him back,"

Rise of Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Born on March 27, 2011, the same year India lifted the ICC World Cup under the leadership of MS Dhoni, Vaibhav’s journey began in his own backyard.

His father, Sanjeev Suryavanshi, a dedicated farmer, was the first to recognise his son's raw talent. After returning from grueling hours in the fields, Sanjeev would spend his evenings gently bowling to a four-year-old Vaibhav, watching his son’s natural instincts with the bat take shape.

Impressed by Vaibhav’s early flair, Sanjeev took a decisive step and enrolled him at a local cricket academy in Samastipur under the mentorship of coach Brajesh Jha. As Vaibhav’s passion deepened and his skills advanced, the family sought better training facilities and moved his coaching to Patna, under the guidance of Manish Ojha.

By the age of 14, Vaibhav was no longer just a promising talent he was a name to watch. He turned heads in several elite youth tournaments, including the Heman Trophy, Vinoo Mankad Trophy, Challengers Trophy (U-19), and the ACC U-19 Asia Cup.

His standout moment came last year when, representing India U-19, he smashed a sensational century off just 58 balls against Australia, solidifying his place as one of the most exciting young cricketers in the country.

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