Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Smashes Historic 175 in U19 World Cup Final Against England. Indian cricket witnessed a historic moment as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi produced a record-shattering knock in the ICC U19 World Cup 2026 final. The 14-year-old sensation smashed a breathtaking 175 off just 80 balls against England. It stands as the highest individual score in a U19 World Cup final.
Vaibhav’s innings rewrote multiple records on the biggest stage. He struck 15 fours and 15 sixes in a display of fearless power-hitting. He completed his century in only 55 balls, leaving England stunned. It became the fastest hundred in a U19 World Cup final. It was also the fastest hundred ever in a 50-over ICC final. The knock ranks as the second-fastest century in U19 World Cup history. England’s bowlers had no answers to Vaibhav’s clean striking. He dominated pace and spin with remarkable ease. The final quickly tilted India’s way due to his extraordinary innings.
A Dream Tournament for the 14-Year-Old Player
Vaibhav enjoyed a sensational U19 World Cup 2026 campaign. He played seven innings and scored 439 runs in the tournament. He finished as the highest run-scorer of the competition. His average stood at an impressive 62.72 across the event. He maintained a blistering strike rate of 169.49 throughout. His scores reflected consistency and match-winning impact. He registered knocks of 2 off 4 and 72 off 67 balls. He followed it with 40 off 23 and 52 off 30 deliveries. Another quick 30 off 22 balls kept his run flow intact.
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In the semifinal, Vaibhav hammered a crucial 68 off 33 balls against Pakistan. He then delivered his career-best 175 off 80 balls in the final. Vaibhav finished with one century and three fifties. He smashed 41 fours and 30 sixes in the tournament. At just 14, Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has carved his name into cricket history.