From IPL heroics to U-19 domination: Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashes 24-ball fifty against England

Vaibhav Suryavanshi once again proved that he is one of the more exciting young talents in Indian cricket. In an exhilarating performance against England U-19, the 18-year-old batter bludgeoned a fifty off just 24 balls and toyed with the bowlers using some spectacular hitting. Completing the knock made it even more sensational—46 of his 50 runs came in boundaries—a combination of cavalier cover drives, brute force pulls, and clever shot selection all around the ground.

Suryavanshi came in at a particularly difficult time for India U-19 but immediately turned the tide with his all-out aggression. The England bowlers stood no chance against his speed and placement—with little difficulty he was able to systematically break down the spin or pace bowlers. His innings enabled India to post a gargantuan total and wrest immediate control of the match. Suryavanshi's maturity and confidence at the crease were reflective of his rapidly growing name at the junior international level.

The knock wasn't just about the numbers; it was about the intent and the statement. You could feel Suryavanshi's presence elevate the team's energy and leave supporters of Indian cricket excited about the next phase of India’s batting talent. Coaches and former cricketers watching the game hailed his composure and ability to perform on the biggest stage and in the most pressurized moments. With such a performance on the big stage, he will be a name we will be hearing about in India's U-19 setup for a long time to come.

VAIBHAV SURYAVANSHI SMASHED FIFTY FROM JUST 24 BALLS AGAINST ENGLAND U-19..!!!

- 46 runs came through Boundaries 🥶 pic.twitter.com/pRoa4brxvd

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 5, 2025

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From IPL Impressions to U-19 Showcase 

Suryavanshi's prodigious displays in the Under-19 circuit are a natural offshoot of his incredible IPL 2025 season, where he burst onto the scene as a star for the Rajasthan Royals. In 13 matches, he was a standout, gathering in excess of 460 runs at a strike rate of greater than 155, no doubt delivering when the game was in the balance. His player-of-the-match innings against the competition’s leading sides turned a few heads and gave way to an Emerging Player nomination from the league.

Beyond just the statistics, what left an impression on experts during the IPL was Suryavanshi's temperament. Suryavanshi operated with calmness and couldn’t be flustered, even in high-pressure environments, executing his shots with conviction. That same demeanor was exhibited today versus England U-19. It’s clear IPL exposure gave a head start in his development, and where he is now putting a stamp on each of the levels he is playing.

With form, maturity, and fearlessness in sight, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is one of Indian cricket’s best future stars, no doubt.