At exactly 15 years and 232 days old, Sooryavanshi surpassed the previous record held by Croatia’s Zach Vukusic. Vukusic had set the benchmark last year when he captained his national side in a T20 International at the age of 17 years and 311 days. The
A rising star with a history of records
This leadership appointment is the latest in a series of accomplishments for the young cricketer. Sooryavanshi has already established himself as a prolific talent, previously becoming the youngest player to score a T20 century. He achieved that feat during the 2025 Indian Premier League season, striking a 35-ball hundred for the Rajasthan Royals against the Gujarat Titans. Furthermore, he holds the record for the youngest batter to score a century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, having reached the milestone in 58 balls against Maharashtra last year.
Beyond his domestic success, Sooryavanshi has gained experience at the international level, having recently featured in two T20 Internationals during India's tour of New Zealand, where he accumulated 49 runs. His leadership capabilities were also recognized earlier this year when he was appointed vice-captain of the East Zone for the 2026-27 Duleep Trophy, working under the leadership of Ishan Kishan.
Looking ahead to future commitments
While Sooryavanshi has been entrusted with the captaincy for Bihar’s first two matches in the current Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, his domestic campaign may be brief. The young talent is expected to join the India A squad for the upcoming Rising Stars Asia Cup in Qatar, which is scheduled to commence on November 19. As he continues to balance domestic leadership with international prospects, his performance in Indore marks a significant chapter in his rapidly evolving career.
