Indian cricket has witnessed the rise of a sensational new star as 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi continues to shatter records. The batting prodigy from Bihar has etched his name in the history books by becoming the first teenager in the world to score three centuries in T20 cricket. He achieved this monumental feat during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025-26 match against Maharashtra on Wednesday, December 2, 2025.
A Knock of Pure Dominance at Eden Gardens
Opening the innings for Bihar at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Suryavanshi played a breathtaking innings that left spectators and opponents in awe. In what was only his fifth SMAT appearance since making his T20 debut last year, the young batter single-handedly shouldered the responsibility of run-scoring against a strong Maharashtra attack.
Displaying maturity far beyond his years, Suryavanshi raced to a magnificent century off just 58 deliveries. His innings was a blend of power and precision, featuring seven towering sixes and seven crisp boundaries. He reached the landmark in spectacular fashion, launching a low full-toss over the square-leg boundary when on 98 not out.
Entering an Exclusive Record Book
This century marks Suryavanshi's maiden T20 hundred for Bihar in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and his third overall in the format. This achievement places him in a league of his own among teenage cricketers globally. Before this innings, only two players under 20 had managed to score two T20 centuries: his India Under-19 teammate Ayush Mhatre (who has two consecutive tons in this SMAT season) and Gustav McKeon of France.
Suryavanshi has now surpassed them both, setting a new benchmark for young talent. His record-breaking spree suggests this is just the beginning for the teenage sensation, whose career is being followed with immense interest by selectors and fans alike.
What This Means for Indian Cricket's Future
The consistent performance of a 14-year-old at a senior domestic level like the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy is unprecedented. It highlights the depth of emerging talent in India's cricket ecosystem and points to a thrilling future for the national team. Suryavanshi's fearlessness and ability to play big innings under pressure signal the arrival of a potentially generational talent.
As the SMAT 2025-26 tournament progresses, all eyes will be on this young batter from Bihar to see if he can add more chapters to his already remarkable story. His journey serves as a powerful inspiration for aspiring cricketers across the country, proving that age is no barrier to achieving greatness on the field.
