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Bihar’s Vaibhav Suryavanshi created history on Monday, November 25, by becoming the youngest cricketer ever to be sold at an IPL auction. Held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the bidding war for the 13-year-old batter turned intense as Rajasthan Royals and Delhi Capitals competed fiercely for his services.
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In the end, it was Rajasthan Royals who secured Suryavanshi for an impressive ₹1.10 crore. The teenager’s remarkable rise has been one of the biggest talking points of the auction, as he drew significant attention for his stellar performances in domestic cricket.
🚨Vaibhav Suryavanshi, 13 years old, to the Royals at 1.1 Cr 🔨
We back them young. We mean it. 💗
— Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) November 25, 2024
Suryavanshi’s sale underscores the IPL's reputation as a platform for identifying and nurturing young talent. His inclusion in the Rajasthan Royals squad is seen as a major boost for the team’s batting lineup. Cricket enthusiasts are eager to see how the promising batter handles the big stage in the upcoming season.
