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Rajasthan Royals Shock Gujarat Titans: Suryavanshi's Record-Breaking Century
In a stunning IPL 2025 upset, the Rajasthan Royals (RR) defeated the Gujarat Titans (GT) by eight wickets, fueled by a record-breaking century from 14-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi. This sensational performance not only secured a crucial win for RR but also etched Suryavanshi's name in cricketing history.
A Teenage Sensation Takes Center Stage
Suryavanshi's electrifying 38-ball 101, the second-fastest century in IPL history, stunned GT. His innings, a whirlwind of power hitting, included seven fours and an incredible eleven sixes. He blasted 28 runs off a single Ishant Sharma over and a staggering 30 runs in Afghan spinner Karim Janat's first ever IPL over. This exceptional performance overshadowed even Yashasvi Jaiswal's impressive 70, highlighting Suryavanshi's prodigious talent. His 17-ball fifty was also the fastest in IPL 2025, making him the youngest to achieve this feat.
GT's Crumbling Defense
Despite a strong start from GT's top order, with Shubman Gill scoring 84 and Jos Buttler contributing 50, their bowling attack was completely overwhelmed by Suryavanshi and Jaiswal's explosive 166-run partnership. Gill himself acknowledged GT's powerplay struggles as the decisive factor in their loss. The Titans' inability to contain the RR openers proved catastrophic.
Rajasthan Royals' Playoff Push
This victory is a lifeline for the Rajasthan Royals, who were struggling near the bottom of the table. While they still need multiple wins and significant net run rate improvement to reach the playoffs, the win breathes new life into their campaign. Their upcoming matches against Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, and Punjab Kings will be crucial in determining their fate.
A Night to Remember
The RR vs GT match will be remembered for Suryavanshi's record-breaking performance and RR's dominant display. It serves as a reminder that in T20 cricket, anything is possible, especially with a 14-year-old prodigy rewriting the record books. The match underscores the importance of aggressive batting and the potential for stunning upsets in the later stages of the tournament. The future is undeniably bright for this young star.
