At just 14, Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Bihar has scripted history — honoured today by President Droupadi Murmu with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar 2025 at Rashtrapati Bhavan for his explosive cricket achievements. The young batting sensation, fresh off smashing 190 runs off 84 balls (16 fours, 15 sixes) in Vijay Hazare Trophy opener, will meet PM Narendra Modi later today alongside other awardees.
Vaibhav skipped Bihar's match vs Manipur to attend the ceremony — a tough call after his record-breaking knock against Arunachal Pradesh that made him India's youngest List A centurion (36-ball ton). Bihar posted 574/9; he's out for the tournament.
| Milestone | Achievement | Age |
|---|---|---|
| IPL Debut | Fastest Indian century (35 balls vs GT for RR) | 13 |
| Vijay Hazare | 190 (84 balls), 36-ball ton, 15 sixes | 14 |
| National Award | PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (Sports) | 14 |
| Upcoming | India U19 vs Zimbabwe series (Jan 2026) | 14 |
Stats Alert: Vaibhav's strike rate 226.19 + 15 sixes = 2nd most in Vijay Hazare history. Instagram spotlighted him as "future star".
Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar recognises kids (5-18) for excellence in Sports, Bravery, Innovation, Environment. Vaibhav in Sports category with 19 others. Each gets medal + certificate. Post-ceremony: PM Modi interaction.
Bihar's Pride: Samastipur boy meets President today, PM next. Earlier PM Modi praised him at Patna airport (May 2025).
Missed: Bihar vs Manipur (Dec 26)
Out: Rest of Plate League
Return: India U19 camp Jan 4 for Zimbabwe series + U19 WC prep
Coach Note: "Vaibhav's 190 set tournament tone. Award bigger than runs."
IPL 2025: RR's youngest centurion (35 balls)
Youth ODIs: World record 14 sixes in innings
Future: IPL 2026 auction buzz + U19 WC frontrunner
From Bihar maidan to Rashtrapati Bhavan, Vaibhav proves age is no barrier. President honour today, PM meet next – India's next cricket icon is just getting started