Vaibhav Suryavanshi: Teen Cricket Prodigy Captures Hearts, But Raises Concerns Over Early Fame

Last Updated Jul - 16 - 2025, 06:14 PM | Source : Fela News

Teen cricket sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi continues to break records in England, earning fan adoration and endorsement offers—while experts warn against early

Vaibhav Suryavanshi Teen Cricket Prodigy Captures Hearts

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14-year-old cricket prodigy, is fast becoming a sensation both in India and abroad. Currently on tour with the India Under-19 team in England, the youngster has impressed everyone with his stellar performances. His recent scores in the Youth ODI series — 48, 45, 86, 143, and 33 — have already turned heads, and now he's set to carry that momentum into the Youth Test matches.

Although he couldn’t convert his start into a big score in Beckenham, Suryavanshi’s popularity off the field is soaring. In the UK, fans — especially younger audiences — are rallying behind him. At the Kent County Cricket Ground, following a drawn Youth Test, the teen cricketer was swarmed by fans requesting selfies and autographs. Just a week ago, two female fans reportedly drove six hours just to meet him, underscoring his growing star power.

However, with this fame comes concern. At just 14, Suryavanshi is still at a formative stage in his career, and many fear the early spotlight could become a distraction. Comparisons are being drawn to Prithvi Shaw — once hailed as the next big thing — who eventually struggled with discipline and form, leading to a dramatic fall from grace.

Fans are hopeful that Suryavanshi avoids a similar path and instead continues evolving with humility and focus. Fortunately, he seems to have the right people in his corner. Former India head coach Ravi Shastri recently revealed that Rahul Dravid has taken a special interest in mentoring the young talent, helping him stay grounded amid the hype.

Suryavanshi’s on-field accomplishments continue to mount. During the IPL, he notched up a record-breaking century for Rajasthan Royals, becoming the youngest player ever to score an IPL hundred. His 35-ball blitz was the second-fastest century in IPL history, and it came against a formidable Gujarat Titans side led by Shubman Gill.

More recently, he became the second-fastest Under-19 player to score a century, behind Rishabh Pant. And with the ball, he created history by becoming the youngest player to take a wicket in Youth Tests. With the bat, ball, and fans firmly in his corner, the cricketing world eagerly watches how the rising star navigates the challenges ahead.