Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: ‘Goal is to win IPL trophy for Rajasthan Royals’

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, the 19-year-old batting prodigy, has set his sights on winning the Indian Premier League (IPL) title for Rajasthan Royals in the upcoming season. Sooryavanshi, who became the youngest player to sign an IPL contract when Rajasthan Royals picked him up for Rs 1.1 crore in 2024, has already made a name for himself in the cricketing world.

In 2025, Sooryavanshi took the IPL by storm by becoming the tournament's youngest centurion. He then went on to play a crucial role in India's record-extending sixth U-19 World Cup title in Harare, scoring an 80-ball 175-run knock in the final against England.

Sooryavanshi's goal for the upcoming IPL season is to win the trophy for Rajasthan Royals. He believes that his performance will help the team and contribute to their wins. He has already learned a lot from the legendary Rahul Dravid and other seniors in the team.

Sooryavanshi's journey with Rajasthan Royals began when he made his domestic debut. The team had been keeping an eye on him during his domestic and Under-19 games, and he felt that he could join them after a successful trial.

The youngster from Bihar is happy to be with Rajasthan Royals, as he has improved a lot in his life while playing for them. He has also met his World Cup-winning teammates at the BCCI Naman Awards, where he received an award for his outstanding performance.

Sooryavanshi's focus is now on the IPL, and he is determined to contribute to Rajasthan Royals' wins and help the team win the trophy. With his explosive batting and determination, he is sure to make a mark in the upcoming season.