Sakibul Gani and a Teen Prodigy Rewrite List A History for Bihar
If you thought the Vijay Hazare Trophy was all about the big names returning to action, this match completely flipped the script. While fans were busy waiting for stars like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma to make headlines, it was Bihar’s young brigade that quietly walked in and stole the spotlight. At the heart of this unforgettable moment were two names — 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Sakibul Gani — who together turned a routine domestic game into a record-breaking spectacle.
Let’s start with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, because what he did almost sounds unreal. At just 14 years and 272 days, he became the youngest player in List A history to score a century. And this wasn’t a slow, careful knock built over time. It was a fearless assault. His hundred came off just 36 balls, a pace that left bowlers and spectators stunned. In fact, it was recorded as the third-fastest List A century by an Indian, placing him in elite company far beyond his age.
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What made the innings even more jaw-dropping was that the century wasn’t the end of it. The youngster kept going. His innings was eventually stretched to a staggering 190 runs off only 84 balls. Fifteen towering sixes and sixteen crisp boundaries were struck, showing a rare blend of composure, confidence, and raw power. It felt less like a teenage debut and more like a seasoned professional making a statement.
But this wasn’t a one-man show. Sakibul Gani, already known for his aggressive batting, once again proved why his name belongs among the fastest hitters in Indian domestic cricket. His earlier 32-ball century remains one of the quickest in List A history, and his presence alongside Sooryavanshi added weight to Bihar’s dominance. Together, they powered the team to a massive total, underlining Bihar’s growing reputation as a breeding ground for fearless young talent.
What’s fascinating is that Sooryavanshi’s rise hasn’t come out of nowhere. Centuries have already been scored by him across formats — from the Vijay Hazare Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy to youth internationals and India A appearances. His explosive 171 in the Under-19 Asia Cup earlier this year had already hinted that something special was brewing.
As this tournament moves forward, attention is bound to follow this young duo. Records were broken, expectations were raised, and a message was clearly delivered. Indian domestic cricket isn’t just safe for the future — it’s arriving faster than anyone expected, led by teenagers and backed by names like Sakibul Gani who refuse to stay in the shadows.
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