In a heartwarming moment at Patna airport, 14-year-old IPL prodigy Vaibhav Suryavanshi met Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his breakout season with Rajasthan Royals in IPL 2025. The young cricketer, who became an overnight sensation after smashing a 35-ball century against Gujarat Titans, touched the Prime Minister's feet as a traditional gesture of respect. The encounter drew admiration from across the nation, symbolizing a proud moment for Bihar and Indian cricket.

PM Modi shared his thoughts on the meeting via X , writing, "At Patna airport, met the young cricketing sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi and his family. His cricketing skills are being admired all over the nation! My best wishes to him for his future endeavours."

Despite Rajasthan Royals missing out on the finals, Vaibhav’s IPL debut left an indelible mark. With 252 runs in seven matches and a record-breaking hundred in Jaipur, he became the youngest male cricketer to score a T20 century. His performance drew comparisons with seasoned pros, yet it was his calm composure and aggressive strokeplay that caught the eyes of fans and analysts alike.

Earlier, in his monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ address, PM Modi praised Vaibhav, calling him “a son of Bihar” who displayed extraordinary determination and talent at a young age. The Prime Minister encouraged young athletes to participate in as many competitive events as possible to sharpen their skills, affirming the government’s continued commitment to promoting sports in India.

Vaibhav’s rise not only represents the future of Indian cricket but also inspires countless young talents from small towns to dream big. As India looks ahead to future cricket tournaments, all eyes will remain on this young star from Bihar who has already begun making history.