Players of IPL 2025 are auctioned. Bids for many players have reached tens of millions of pounds. During this period, there was a player who became famous in the IPL auction at just 13 years old. This player is none other than Bihar’s star player Vaibhav Suryavanshi. Vaibhav Suryavanshi has been bought by Rajasthan Royals for Rs 110 crore in IPL 2025. Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a rising star batsman for India. For Vaibhav, reaching this position was not an easy task. He worked hard to achieve this goal.
Father sold the land
His father Sanjeev Suryavanshi has been the man behind Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s success. His father made a lot of sacrifices to make him a cricketer. When Vaibhav was just 10 years old, his father sold his farmland. Little did he realize then that in just three years, his son would create history in the IPL auction. Speaking to PTI, his father looked very happy. His father Sanjeev lives in his hometown Motipur, 15 km from Samastipur city in Bihar. He is a farmer.
Sanjeev told PTI over phone that he is now not just our son but the son of the entire state of Bihar. His son is currently competing in the Under-19 Asia Cup in Dubai. He said my son works hard. At the age of 8, she performed well at the under-16 regional trials. I once took him to Samastipur for cricket coaching and then brought him back. Recalling his difficult days, his father said that this was not just an investment, but a big investment. What I can tell you is that we even sold our land. Things still haven’t completely improved.
Is Vaibhav really only 13 years old?
Many questions have been raised about the age of Vaibhav, who plays for the India Under-19 team. After being sold in the IPL auction, many people accused him of faking his age. Regarding this issue, his father stated that he had his first BCCI bone test when he was 8 and a half years old. He has already represented India in U-19 matches. None of us are afraid. He may be tested for age again. His father further said in the statement that Bihar Cricket Association president Rakesh Tiwari’s blessings have been helpful in Vaibhav’s journey.
What does BCA Chairman have to say about Vaibhav?
Bihar Cricket Association president Rakesh Tiwari said in a statement on Vaibhav, “We are very proud that Vaibhav Suryavanshi has achieved incredible things at such a young age. His journey from Bihar to IPL is a reflection of his talent, hard work and determination. The Bihar Cricket Association has always been committed to nurturing young talent and Vaibhav’s success highlights the potential of cricket in our state. We are confident that he will continue to shine and inspire aspiring cricketers from Bihar and beyond. I congratulate Vaibhav and his family.
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