The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 is once again proving why it’s a platform that builds future stars. In a jaw-dropping nets session ahead of Rajasthan Royals’ match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi went head-to-head with England pace ace Jofra Archer—and came out on top.
Rajasthan Royals’ ₹1.10 Cr Wonderkid Impresses in the Nets
Bought for ₹1.10 crore in the IPL 2025 mega auction, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has yet to make his debut for the Rajasthan Royals. But in the nets, he’s already showing why the franchise invested in him. The young left-hander faced Archer’s fiery pace without hesitation and responded with confident strokeplay, including cuts, pulls, and a stunning pick-up shot off his pads that had fans buzzing.
In a video posted by Rajasthan Royals on X (formerly Twitter), the franchise captioned:
“Vaibhav vs Archer. Where else, if not the IPL?!”
Archer Impressed, Shamsi Weighs In
Even Jofra Archer, known for rattling top-tier batters, was caught off-guard by the youngster’s fearless approach. He managed to beat Suryavanshi only once in the entire session.
South African spinner Tabraiz Shamsi chimed in with praise, stating that moments like these show why Indian youngsters walk into international cricket without fear.
“This is what IPL does. It gives young players the confidence to face world-class bowlers before even debuting internationally.”
IPL Continues to Build the Future of Indian Cricket
At just 14, Vaibhav Suryavanshi is already making headlines by standing tall against one of the world’s most feared bowlers. It’s a testament to the power of the IPL in grooming the next generation of cricket stars.
As fans wait eagerly for his on-field debut, Suryavanshi’s fearless attitude is already making him one to watch this season.
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