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U-19 Asia Cup 2025, Vaibhav Suryavanshi Smashes 171 as India Dominate UAE

India’s 14-year-old batting prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered another jaw-dropping performance as he hammered a scintillating 171 off 95 balls in the opening match of the Under-19 Asia Cup 2025 against the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The match, played at the ICC Academy Ground, Dubai, saw Suryavanshi dominate from the start, showcasing his extraordinary form and cementing his position as India’s next big cricketing superstar.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s Blistering Knock: A Century in Just 56 Balls

The young left-hander began cautiously, getting off the mark only on his sixth delivery. But once he settled, he unleashed a breathtaking display of stroke-making:

Half-century: In 30 balls (with a massive six off Ahmed Khudadad)
Century: In 56 balls
Total: 171 off 95 balls
Boundaries: 9 fours and 14 sixes

Suryavanshi received a reprieve at 85 when he was dropped at long-off, and he made UAE pay heavily by powering India to a dominant position. He was eventually bowled while attempting a scoop, narrowly missing out on what could have been his first Youth ODI double century.

U19 Asia Cup 2025: Suryavanshi Continues His Red-Hot Form

The youngster’s incredible innings is just the latest chapter in a phenomenal year:

This was his second Youth ODI hundred, after scoring his first earlier in England.
He now has six centuries in 2025 across formats.
He recently smashed his first Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy century—an unbeaten 108 off 61 balls for Bihar.
He played a pivotal role in the Rising Stars Asia Cup in Doha, scoring 239 runs at an average of 59.75 and a strike rate of 243.87, including a 32-ball ton vs UAE.

His meteoric rise continues to astonish cricket fans and experts alike.

IND vs UAE Under-19 Match: India Get a Terrific Start

India were put into bat first in the IND U19 vs UAE U19 clash, and Suryavanshi provided instant momentum. His power-hitting and control allowed India to build a huge platform early on.

Fans tuning in to the India vs UAE Under-19 Live Score updates saw India’s run rate skyrocket as Suryavanshi kept clearing the ropes with ease. His innings lit up Dubai and set the tone for India’s Under-19 Asia Cup 2025 campaign.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi: A Star Shining Across Levels

Suryavanshi’s extraordinary talent isn’t confined to age-group cricket:

IPL Impact

In his debut season with Rajasthan Royals, he:

Scored 252 runs
Struck at 206.55
Registered a 38-ball 101 vs Gujarat Titans — the second-fastest century in IPL history
Became the youngest centurion in the tournament

Domestic & Youth Cricket

Made his Ranji Trophy debut at age 12
Now a key part of India’s youth cricket circuit
Known for his fearless batting and remarkable maturity

His consistency across formats shows why he is being hailed as one of India’s brightest batting prospects.

Sumit Arora

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