IPL 2025: Vaibhav Suryavanshi made history with the fastest IPL century, these are other cricketers from Bihar you should know about

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi has drawn national attention after scoring the fastest century by an Indian in IPL history. Playing for the Rajasthan Royals, Suryavanshi reached his hundred in just 35 balls against the Gujarat Titans, breaking Yusuf Pathan’s 2010 record of 37 balls.

Suryavanshi’s roots are firmly planted in Bihar, a state known for its rich culture and history but often sidelined when it comes to producing national-level cricketers. Despite the lack of prominent cricket infrastructure, Suryavanshi’s success has sparked a renewed interest in the potential that exists in Bihar’s rural heartlands.

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While the state has been historically underrepresented in major cricket leagues like the IPL, Suryavanshi’s rise offers a glimpse into the untapped talent that could flourish with the right support. His record-breaking knock serves as a reminder that talent exists in every corner of India, regardless of geography.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is not alone when it comes to cricketers with roots in Bihar. Over the years, several cricketers from Bihar have made their mark in domestic cricket and the IPL. Here are a few names:

• Anukul Roy: Although he represents Jharkhand, Roy was born in Rosera, Bihar. He has been a regular feature in the IPL, playing for Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders. Anukul is one of the more well-known cricketers with Bihari roots to have made it big in domestic and IPL cricket.
• Vipul Krishna, a medium pacer from Sitamarhi, has played domestic cricket for Bihar. Though not yet a household name, he has demonstrated promise at the state level.
• Abhijeet Saket and Lakhan Raja: Both players have been part of Bihar’s domestic cricket teams and have shown potential in various state-level tournaments.
• Anunay Singh: Hailing from Vaishali, Anunay is a fast bowler who was picked up by the Rajasthan Royals in the 2022 IPL season. He represents Bihar in domestic cricket and is another example of the state’s emerging talent pool.

These players, along with Suryavanshi, highlight the slowly growing presence of Bihar in Indian cricket. While the state continues to face challenges in terms of infrastructure and support, the stories of these players show that with opportunities, players from Bihar can make their mark on the national stage.

With players like Vaibhav Suryavanshi, there is still hope that better infrastructure, training facilities, and regional scouting will help nurture more players who can compete with the best in the world. The future of Bihar cricket seems hopeful, with players like Suryavanshi leading the way for the next generation of players.