Vaibhav SuryavanshiA 14-year-old prodigy BiharScripted cricketing history on 2nd December 2025, becoming the youngest player to score a century every day Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). In the opener against Maharashtra at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens, the left-hander hit seven fours and seven sixes, seven sixes and seven sixes to reduce Bihar to 176/3. This explosive caught the previous mark Vijay zol and Suryavanshi’s meteoric rise followed the tone of the IPL earlier this year and underlined the looming India U19 duties Asian Cup In Dubai.
Record-breaking feat redefines youth in SMAT
Suryavanshi’s achievement of 14 years and 250 days ushers in a new era for domestic T20 cricket where youngsters dominate the headlines with fearless strake. 14, 13 and 5 previous tackles, 5 previous tackles, 75 most runs for a stopgap set villains Ayush Loharuka (25 * OFF 17). Maharashtra’s Kulkarni throne, Rajvarhan Hangargekarand Vicky Ostwal claimed a wicket each but failed to turn the tide Rajasthan Royals sensation. This performance cements his status as a generational talent in India’s premier t20 domestic event.
Youngest hundreds in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Bihar)
Suryavanshi stunned the Cricket world by becoming the youngest centurion in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy History at just 14 years and 250 days. His unbeaten 108 runs off 60 balls, with 7 fours and 7 sixes was a brilliant display of hitting power. His innings for Bihar set the tone with Vaibhav’s fearless strokeplay against a quality bowling attack against Maharashtra at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata. His innings helped Bihar post a competitive 176 for three, thanks to a 75-run partnership Ayush Loharuka. VaibHav’s ability to score under great pressure combined with his quick feet and timing underlines his immense potential. On the radar for India U19 and an IPL star with Rajasthan Royals, he is poised for a stellar international career.
- Vijay Zol (Maharashtra)
Prior to Vaibhav’s record, Zol held the title of youngest ever centurion at the SMAT with a brilliant 109 off 63 balls in 18 years and 118 days. Zol lifted these shots for Maharashtra against Mumbai in Ahmedabad in March 2013. Known for his elegant left-handed batting technique, Vijay combined textbook, batting with aggression to challenge a formidable Mumbai bowling line-up. It helped Maharashtra build a strong platform in a very important domestic league in the century. Zol’s career extended beyond domestic cricket as he represented India at the U19 level and was known for his consistency and temperament in the middle order. His record, which stood for a year, highlighted the exceptional nature of Vaibhav’s Fresh Feat.
- Ayush Mhatre (Mumbai)
Ayush Mhatre 2025 Syed Mushtaq Ali emerged as a sensational young talent for Mumbai with two explosive centuries in the trophy. The first ton, 110 * 18 off 53 balls in 185 and 135 days, came against Vidarbha at Lucknow. His innings showcased his natural flair, a mix of aggressive sixes and crisp boundary drives. Just two days later, Ayush smashed an unbeaten 59-ball 104 against Andhra Pradesh in Lucknow as well. Back-to-back centuries highlight his consistency but also his ability to handle pressure in T20s. Mhatre’s performances placed him among the youngest players globally to record as many runs in domestic cricket. His promising talent is expected to blossom further in the upcoming national and IPL opportunities.
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- Shaik Rasheed (Andhra Pradesh)
Shaikh Rashid In Ranchi in October 2013, Dynamic right-hander Milli made the SMAT as the fifth youngest centurion in the SMAT for Andhra Pradesh, with Rashid’s powerful batting and quick scoring ability nearing 100. He laid the foundations of Andhra Pradesh’s dominant in his century and showed a mature understanding of the combination of an innings. Since then, Rashid has excelled with his IPL performances Chennai super kingswhere his aggression was and continues to be exhibited. Represents a growing class of young players making rapid strides in T20 formats.
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