In a breathtaking display of power hitting, Vaibhav Suryavanshi lit up the Ian Healy Oval during the second India U-19 vs Australia U-19 Youth ODI by smashing six consecutive sixes in a single over. The 14-year-old prodigy not only left the Australian bowlers shell-shocked but also etched his name in the record books by becoming the player with the most sixes in Youth ODI history, surpassing Unmukt Chand’s long-standing record of 38. His innings of 70 off just 68 balls featured five fours and those six maximums that sent the crowd into raptures.
India, who had lost a couple of early wickets, were under some pressure when Suryavanshi walked in. Instead of going into a shell, he counter-attacked, finding his rhythm after a watchful start. Partnering with Vihaan Malhotra, who scored a well-compiled 70, the duo put on a crucial 117-run stand that brought India back into the game. Once set, Sooryavanshi went after the bowling, targeting the shorter boundaries and picking his spots with precision. The over in which he hit six sixes will go down as one of the most iconic moments in Youth ODI history, not just for the audacity of the stroke play but for the sheer confidence he displayed at such a young age.
His innings helped India post a competitive total of 300 in 49.4 overs. Abhigyan Kundu also played a key role with a quickfire 71 lower down the order, ensuring India had enough runs to defend. The Indian camp was visibly energized by Sooryavanshi’s heroics, with teammates rushing to congratulate him after the over. The record was particularly special because it came in just his 10th Youth ODI, a remarkable achievement that suggests a bright future for the youngster.
Australia, in reply, did not back down easily. Jayden Draper led their charge with a brilliant 107 off 72 balls, keeping them in the chase until the middle overs. However, the Indian bowlers struck at regular intervals, denying Australia any big partnerships. Despite Draper’s heroics, Australia were eventually bowled out for 249, giving India a comfortable win and sealing the series momentum in their favor.
The cricketing fraternity has been quick to take notice of Sooryavanshi’s exploits. Former players and commentators have hailed the knock as one of the finest at the youth level, with many drawing parallels to Yuvraj Singh’s famous six sixes in a T20 World Cup match against England in 2007. Beyond the entertainment, Suryavanshi’s innings showcased the evolving nature of youth cricket, where players are more fearless, technically equipped, and willing to take the game on.
With this performance, Suryavanshi has not only given India a match-winning innings but also announced himself as one of the brightest young talents to watch out for in world cricket. If nurtured well, he could be a cornerstone of India’s batting lineup in the future.
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