Vaibhav Sooryavanshi continued his dream start to international cricket by scripting history during India’s third T20I against Zimbabwe in Harare. The 15-year-old opener became the first player in men’s T20I history to score multiple half-centuries before turning 16, adding another milestone to his rapidly growing list of records.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made history

Opening the innings for India, Sooryavanshi played another fearless knock, scoring 81 off 49 balls. His innings included eight fours and four sixes as he took on the Zimbabwe bowlers from the outset and kept the scoreboard moving with attacking strokeplay.

The innings saw him become the first men’s T20I cricketer to register more than one fifty before the age of 16. Earlier in the series, he had already become the youngest batter to score a T20I half-century after reaching the landmark in just 18 balls.

His latest effort further underlined his ability to perform consistently on the international stage despite his young age.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi becomes the first one to touch this feat

The Zimbabwe series has marked an impressive turnaround for the youngster. After a modest outing during India’s tour of England, Sooryavanshi bounced back with two half-centuries in three matches, emerging as one of the standout performers of the series.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi stunned Zimbabwe
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Although he missed out on a maiden international century, his innings provided India with a strong platform and showcased the confidence that has made him one of the country’s most exciting batting prospects. He looked comfortable against both pace and spin, combining aggressive stroke-making with smart shot selection throughout his stay at the crease.

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi during a chat with captain Shreyas Iyer.
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With another historic feat to his name, Sooryavanshi has continued to justify the growing hype around him. At just 15 years of age, he has already broken multiple age-related records in T20I cricket, and his performances against Zimbabwe have strengthened his reputation as one of the brightest young talents in the game.