14-Year-Old Vaibhav Suryavanshi Conferred National Children’s Award By President Draupadi Murmu

By: Cricbites | January 7, 2026
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President Droupadi Murmu presented the Prime Minister’s National Children’s Award (PMRBP) to emerging Indian cricket star Vaibhav Suryavanshi at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The PMRBP is India’s highest national award for children aged 3 to 18 years. Vaibhav received the award for his outstanding and record-breaking performance in domestic cricket.

Who Is Vaibhav Suryavanshi?

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a very young and incredibly talented Indian cricketer who has made a name for himself at a young age with his outstanding performances. With an impressive record in domestic matches, this young player has made the country proud. People are already considering him a future star of Indian cricket. Vaibhav plays with confidence and exceptional skills, and he is truly very young. His aggressive batting, laser-sharp focus, and passion for the game set him apart from other cricketers his age in India.

Biography

Vaibhav Suryavanshi was born on March 27, 2011, in Tajpur, a small town in the Samastipur district of the Mithila region of Bihar. His father, Sanjeev, dreamt of becoming a cricketer and has played a very significant role in Vaibhav’s cricketing journey. Vaibhav started cricket training in his hometown at the age of four. His father recognized his talent at a young age and enrolled him in Manish Ojha’s GenNext Cricket Academy in Patna when he was eight years old. Vaibhav and his father travel approximately 100 km from Samastipur to Patna every other day for practice. His childhood coach, Ojha, says that Vaibhav has a remarkable ability to learn. Vaibhav also enjoys watching and following the famous West Indies batting legend Brian Lara.

Detail Information
Full Name Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
Date of Birth 27 March 2011
Birthplace Tajpur, Samastipur district, Bihar, India
Region Mithila
Nationality Indian
Father’s Name Sanjiv Sooryavanshi
Father’s Role Former aspiring cricketer, mentor
Started Cricket At 4 years old
Cricket Academy GenNex Cricket Academy
Coach Manish Ojha
Training City Patna, Bihar
Travel for Practice Around 100 km from Samastipur to Patna
Learning Ability Fast learner
Favourite Cricketer Brian Lara
Playing Style Batsman (early training stage)

Batting and Fielding Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 4s 6s Ct St
FC 8 12 0 207 93 17.25 230 90.00 0 1 29 6 2 0
List A 7 7 0 322 190 46.00 204 157.84 1 1 31 22 1 0
T20s 18 18 1 701 144 41.23 343 204.37 3 1 53 62 2 0

Bowling stats 

Format Mat Inns Balls Runs Wkts BBI BBM Ave Econ SR 4w 5w 10w
FC 8 5 84 57 2 1/7 1/7 28.50 4.07 42.0 0 0 0
List A 7 2 42 45 0 – – – 6.42 – 0 0 0
T20s 18 2 17 37 0 – – – 13.05 – 0 0 0

IPL Debut Details:

  • Team: Rajasthan Royals (RR)
  • Date: April 19, 2025
  • Opponent: Lucknow Super Giants (LSG)
  • Venue: Sawai Mansingh Stadium, Jaipur
  • Age: 14 years, 23 days (Youngest player to make an IPL debut)
  • Performance: 34 runs off 20 balls, including a six on the very first ball

Records & Achievements

From a young age, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has set several remarkable records in Indian domestic cricket. He plays with great confidence and shows no fear of any bowler, no matter how formidable. He made his senior-level debut at a very young age and has been successful ever since. His powerful batting and consistent high scores have made him a topic of discussion across the country. Here are some of the records that highlight his impressive journey so far and his rapid rise through the ranks of competitive cricket.

Age & Historic Records

  • A century by a young player in one of the oldest List A tournaments.
  • The fastest century in List A cricket, scored in 36 balls on the Vijay Hazare Trophy pitch.
  • One of the youngest players to participate in senior domestic cricket in India.

Batting Records

  • His highest score in List A matches is 190 runs; he is truly a power hitter.
  • He has scored over 700 runs in T20s at a strike rate of over 200 – a rare achievement.
  • He has hit over 60 sixes in T20 matches, which is remarkable for a player his age.
  • He has scored three centuries in T20 cricket, which is a huge accomplishment for a teenager.

Team & Tournament Records

  • He is part of the Bihar team that set a world record for the highest team total in List A cricket with 574 runs.
  • He has consistently been a top scorer for Bihar in age-group and domestic tournaments.
  • He plays successfully in all formats: First-Class, List A, and T20, which is quite rare at such a young age.

Recognition & Honors

  • He received the Prime Minister’s National Children’s Award for his outstanding performance in sports.
  • Now, his name is in the national spotlight as one of the country’s most promising young batsmen.
  • It is hoped that he will be selected for the India Under-19 and senior teams in the future.

Read More: Vaibhav Suryavanshi Creates History: Breaks World Record by Scoring 171 Runs in Under-19 Asia Cup Match Against UAE

Conclusion

Fourteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi is an inspiring example that success knows no age. He was awarded the National Children’s Award by President Droupadi Murmu, a well-deserved recognition for his hard work, exceptional talent, and unwavering dedication. His story is a lesson for children across the country: dream big, be disciplined, and believe in yourself. His achievement has made his family and the entire nation incredibly proud, and his future looks very bright and promising.

FAQs: Questions And Answers

Q1.Who is Vaibhav Suryavanshi?

At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi has proven that talent knows no age. This young cricketer from Bihar has made the entire country proud with his outstanding batting. And what makes his journey even more remarkable is that he has won one of the most prestigious awards given to young achievers in India for his exceptional performance on the field.

Q2.Which award is given to children for showing great bravery?

Every year in March, an awards ceremony is held under the auspices of the President, where children with exceptional talent in various categories are honored. The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, presents these awards to 17 children across seven different categories. These awards are given at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre to celebrate the exemplary courage and remarkable achievements of these children.

Q3.Who was the first child who got the National Bravery Award?

Impressed by Harish’s courage and kind heart, Nehru decided to present the boy with a special award. On February 3, 1958, Harish became the first recipient of the National Bravery Award. The Prime Minister himself presented the award to Harish at Teen Murti Bhavan.

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