Top 5 youngest centurions in the history of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy ft. Vaibhav Suryavanshi

Vaibhav Suryavanshithe 14-year-old child prodigy Biharmade cricket history on December 2, 2025, by becoming the youngest ever player to score a century in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). Opening against Maharashtra at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, the left-hander smashed an unbeaten 108 off 60 balls, with seven fours and seven sixes, to take Bihar to 176/3. This explosive blow overshadowed the previous mark held by Vijay Zol and highlighted Suryavanshi’s meteoric rise, following his IPL ton earlier this year and upcoming duties in India U19 at the Asia cup in Dubai

Record-breaking performance redefines youth in SMAT

Suryavanshi’s feat of 14 years and 250 days underlines a new era for domestic T20 cricket, with teenagers dominating the headlines with fearless strokeplay. While he struggled in earlier matches with scores of 14, 13 and 5, he survived fielding errors to build a crucial 75-run stand with Ayush Loharuka (25* of 17). Maharashtras The throne of Kulkarni, Rajvardhan HangargekarAnd Vicky Ostwal claimed a wicket each, but could not turn the tide Rajasthan Royals feeling. This performance cements his status as a generational talent at India’s premier domestic T20 event

Top 5 youngest centurions in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy

1. Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Bihar)

Suryavanshi stunned the cricket world by becoming the youngest centurion in the history of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy at just 14 years and 250 days. His unbeaten 108 runs off 60 balls showed a dazzling display of power-hitting with 7 fours and 7 sixes. Opening the innings for Bihar against Maharashtra at the iconic Eden Gardens, Kolkata, Vaibhav set the tone with fearless strokeplay against a quality bowling attack. His innings helped Bihar post a competitive 176 for three, aided by a crucial 75-run partnership with Ayush Loharuka. Vaibhav’s ability to score big under pressure, combined with his quick footwork and timing, underlines his immense potential. Already on the radar for India U19 and an IPL star with Rajasthan Royals, he looks set for a spectacular international career.

2. Vijay Zol (Maharashtra)

Before Vaibhav’s record, Zol held the title of youngest centurion in SMAT with a brilliant 109 off 63 balls at 18 years and 118 days. Zol delivered this innings for Maharashtra against Mumbai in March 2013 in Ahmedabad. Known for his elegant left-handed batting technique, Vijay combined textbook batting with aggression to challenge a formidable Mumbai bowling line-up. His century helped Maharashtra create a strong platform in a crucial domestic competition. Zol’s career extended beyond domestic cricket as he represented India at U19 level and gained recognition for his consistency and temperament in the middle order. His record stood for over a decade and highlighted the exceptional nature of Vaibhav’s new achievement

3. Ayush Mhatre (Mumbai)

Ayush Mhatre has emerged as a sensational young talent for Mumbai with two explosive centuries in the 2025 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. His first ton, 110* off 53 balls after 18 years and 135 days, came against Vidarbha in Lucknow. His innings featured a mix of aggressive six-hitting and sharp boundary driving, which showcased his natural flair. Just two days later, Ayush repeated his brilliance with an unbeaten 104 off 59 balls against Andhra Pradesh, also in Lucknow. His back-to-back centuries not only highlight his consistency but also his ability to handle pressure during T20 chases. Mhatre’s achievements make him one of the youngest players in the world to register multiple T20 centuries in domestic cricket. His promising talent is expected to further flourish in the upcoming domestic and IPL opportunities.​

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4. Shaik Rasheed (Andhra Pradesh)

Shaikh Rasheed made his mark as the fifth youngest centurion in SMAT when he hit 100* off just 54 balls at the age of 19 and 25 for Andhra Pradesh against Arunachal Pradesh in Ranchi in October 2013. Rasheed’s powerful batting and quick scoring ability earned him early recognition in India’s domestic T20 circuit. His century laid the foundation for Andhra Pradesh’s dominant total and showed a mature understanding of the pace of an innings. Since then, Rasheed has been known for his IPL performances Chennai Super Kingswhere his aggression and calmness were further expressed. He represents the growing class of younger players who are making rapid progress in T20 formats.

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