Youth U19 Six-Hitting Record has been rewritten as Vaibhav Suryavanshi delivered a breathtaking performance for India U19 against England.

 

Introduction

In the third U19 ODI at Northampton, an extraordinary batting display captivated cricket lovers worldwide. Vaibhav Suryavanshi, the 14‑year‑old Indian opener, unleashed fireworks—hitting a jaw-dropping nine sixes—as he scored 86 off just 31 balls. This remarkable effort not only powered India to victory but also broke multiple U19 records.

 

Record-setting Innings

Suryavanshi’s innings included:

• Nine sixes—the most by any Indian U19 player in a single Youth ODI, surpassing the previous mark of eight  .

• Six fours, making his boundary count total 15.

• A strike rate of ~277, showcasing his aggressive intent  .

This blitzkrieg included reaching his fifty in just 20 balls, becoming the second-fastest U19 half-century for India—just two deliveries shy of Rishabh Pant’s record  .

 

Match Impact

Chasing England’s revised total of 269 in a rain-shortened 40-overs format, Suryavanshi’s explosive start was crucial:

He smashed two consecutive sixes off Sebastian Morgan and kept the momentum blazing  .

His storming knock helped India chase down the target in 34.3 overs, securing a 2–1 series lead  .

 

Series Performance & Stats

• 179 runs in three innings at an astounding 213+ strike rate, currently topping the series charts  .

• Previous scores included 48 off 19 balls and 45 in the first two ODIs, indicating his form consistency  .

 

Beyond the Record

At just 14, Suryavanshi already has a decorated junior career:

• Became the youngest IPL centurion at 14 years 32 days, smashing a 101 off 38 balls  .

• Debut half-century off 17 balls in IPL, showing his big-hitting flair ().

His U19 knock is a testament to his fearless temperament and ability to transition IPL performance to international youth cricket.

 

Reactions & Emotions

Despite his brilliance, Suryavanshi was visibly emotional missing out on a century. He was “crestfallen” after falling just 14 runs short, showing the intensity and expectations he places on himself.

 

Why This Matters

1. New benchmark in Indian youth cricket—nine sixes and ultra-fast fifty mark a new level.

2. Crowd-roaring power—a display likely to excite selectors and fans, signaling that Suryavanshi is more than just a youth prospect.

3. Momentum shift—his innings set the tone for India to secure the series momentum and confidence.

 

Looking Ahead

• India now leads the five-match series 2–1.

• Suryavanshi’s explosive form adds intrigue to the upcoming ODIs.

• Given his IPL exploits and now U19 heroics, he is definitely on a meteoric rise.

 

Conclusion

The Youth U19 Six-Hitting Record now bears Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s name—a 31-ball 86 with nine towering sixes represents daring talent at its best. At just 14, his hunger and power-hitting potential have signalled a generational shift in India’s batting future.

If he keeps delivering like this, expect more fireworks—and maybe even a senior India debut shock—in the years to come.