Match Report: Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Record Century Lifts Rajasthan Royals to Commanding Victory

Jaipur, April 29, 2025:
History was rewritten at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium as 14-year-old prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed a breathtaking 35-ball century — the fastest by an Indian and second-fastest overall in IPL history — to power Rajasthan Royals to a dominant eight-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans.

Chasing a challenging target of 210, the Royals raced home with 25 balls to spare, keeping their playoff hopes alive with a performance that will be remembered for years.

Gujarat Titans Set a Competitive Total

Batting first after winning the toss, Gujarat Titans got off to a steady start courtesy of their dependable openers, Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan. The pair weathered the new-ball attack, posting 53 runs in the PowerPlay without losing a wicket.

Gill showcased his classical strokeplay, peppering the leg-side with boundaries, while Sudharsan rode his luck after a dropped chance early on. The duo stitched yet another fifty-run partnership to lay a strong foundation.

In the middle overs, Titans looked in firm control. Gill, mixing caution with aggression, brought up his half-century in 29 balls, while Jos Buttler, after a slow start, exploded against Wanindu Hasaranga, smashing 24 runs in a single over. Despite a minor stutter with Sudharsan's dismissal, Titans crossed the 150-run mark by the 16th over.

Butler shifted gears at the death, finding boundaries almost at will, and despite Gill falling for a well-made 77, Titans finished strongly at 209/4. Buttler remained unbeaten on 50, while Maheesh Theekshana’s tight spells (2/35) were the lone bright spot in the Royals' bowling effort.

Gujarat Titans Innings Summary:

  • Shubman Gill: 77 (45 balls)

  • Jos Buttler: 50* (27 balls)

  • Sai Sudharsan: 41 (30 balls)

  • Maheesh Theekshana: 2/35

Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Yashasvi Jaiswal Ignite Jaipur

In response, Rajasthan Royals came out all guns blazing. Vaibhav Suryavanshi signaled his intent immediately, dispatching the second ball for six, and didn’t look back. Partnering Yashasvi Jaiswal, the teenage sensation tore into the Titans' bowling attack.

The Royals raced to 87/0 at the end of the PowerPlay, with Suryavanshi bringing up his fifty off just 17 deliveries — the fastest in IPL 2025. Jaiswal provided excellent support, punishing anything short or wide.

In a brutal display of power-hitting, Suryavanshi hammered Ishant Sharma for 28 runs in one over, and Washington Sundar faced similar punishment as the Royals maintained a run rate of over 14 throughout the chase.

The highlight came when Suryavanshi launched Rashid Khan — one of IPL’s best bowlers — over deep midwicket to bring up his historic century in just 35 balls, setting a new benchmark for Indian players in the tournament. His innings, packed with 11 towering sixes and seven boundaries, stunned not just the Titans but the entire cricketing world.

Rajasthan Royals PowerPlay Stats:

  • 87/0 in 6 overs

  • Run rate: 14.5

  • 8 fours, 7 sixes

Royals Stumble Briefly, Then Cruise Home

After reaching his century, Suryavanshi was finally bowled by Prasidh Krishna for a magnificent 101 off 38 balls. Jaiswal soon followed after scoring a valuable 70, but the damage had already been done.

Captain Riyan Parag and Nitish Rana ensured there were no hiccups. Parag finished things off in style, slog-sweeping Sundar for six to seal the win with more than four overs left.

Key Partnerships:

  • Suryavanshi & Jaiswal: 166 runs off 71 balls

  • Suryavanshi Strike Rate: 265.79

Rajasthan Royals Innings Summary:

  • Vaibhav Suryavanshi: 101 (38 balls)

  • Yashasvi Jaiswal: 70 (43 balls)

  • Riyan Parag: 22* (11 balls)

Key Moments Where the Game Was Won

  • Opening Blitz: Royals’ 87/0 in PowerPlay set the tone.

  • Suryavanshi's Assault: His 35-ball century dismantled GT's bowling.

  • GT’s Dropped Catches: Early dropped chances of Sudharsan and Jaiswal proved costly.

What This Means for the Points Table

This massive win keeps Rajasthan Royals alive in the IPL 2025 playoff race. The Royals will now gear up for another crucial encounter as they host Mumbai Indians on May 1. Gujarat Titans, meanwhile, will look to regroup quickly before facing Sunrisers Hyderabad at home.

Match Summary

Brief Scores:
Gujarat Titans 209/4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 77, Jos Buttler 50*; Maheesh Theekshana 2-35)
lost to
Rajasthan Royals 212/2 in 15.5 overs (Vaibhav Suryavanshi 101, Yashasvi Jaiswal 70)
by 8 wickets

Final Thoughts

Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s century was not just a match-winning innings — it was a statement that a new star has arrived on the big stage. At just 14, the young left-hander's fearless strokeplay and remarkable composure have added his name among IPL greats. The Rajasthan Royals, riding on this generational talent, have thrown the playoff race wide open.