Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a breathtaking display of power-hitting to guide India A to the Tri-Nation Series title, smashing a world-record 11-ball half-century against Sri Lanka A in the final at Dambulla.
The 15-year-old left-hander lit up the contest with a stunning knock of 94 runs from just 29 deliveries, falling agonisingly short of a century but leaving fans and experts in awe of his fearless approach. His innings included 10 boundaries and eight towering sixes as he dismantled the Sri Lankan bowling attack from the outset.
Sooryavanshi reached his fifty in only 11 balls, setting a new world record for the fastest half-century in List A cricket. In doing so, he surpassed the previous mark of 13 balls and added another remarkable achievement to his rapidly growing résumé.
His explosive innings laid the foundation for a commanding India A total and ultimately helped the visitors secure a convincing 66-run victory over Sri Lanka A to lift the trophy. The win capped an impressive campaign for the young Indian side and underlined the depth of emerging talent in the country’s cricket system.
After the match, Sooryavanshi credited his coach for helping him stay relaxed before the final. The simple advice — not to overthink the occasion — appeared to work perfectly as the teenager played with remarkable freedom and confidence on the big stage.
The innings quickly became one of the most talked-about moments in cricket, drawing praise from former players, fans and even Indian Premier League franchises. Social media was flooded with reactions celebrating the youngster’s extraordinary talent and maturity beyond his years.
