Top 10 Youngest Cricketers in International Cricket History

 

Vaibhav Suryavanshi, a 13-year-old cricket prodigy from Bihar, has made history by becoming the youngest player ever selected in the IPL. At the 2025 IPL auction held in November, he was signed by the Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore after a fierce bidding war with the Delhi Capitals. Vaibhav's rise to prominence has been marked by extraordinary performances, including a record-breaking 58-ball century against Australia U19 earlier this year, making him the youngest centurion in professional cricket.                                 

                                    

Vaibhav debuted in first-class cricket for Bihar at just 12 years old during the Ranji Trophy in January 2024. He has already participated in prestigious tournaments like the Vinoo Mankad Trophy, Cooch Behar Trophy, and Youth Tests, consistently showcasing his talent. His inclusion in the IPL adds another milestone to his rapidly growing career​

other top 10 youngest cricketers in all over THE WORLD

1. Hasan Raza (Pakistan)                                       

   
   
   
   • Age at debut: 14 years, 227 days
   • The youngest ever cricketer to play Test cricket, debuting in 1996. Despite the early start, he struggled to establish himself consistently in Pakistan's team.

2. Mushtaq Mohammad (Pakistan)                        

   • Age at debut: 15 years, 124 days
   • Debuted in 1959 as an all-rounder and became one of Pakistan's finest, amassing over 30,000 first-class runs and taking 900+ wickets during his career.

3. Mohammad Sharif (Bangladesh) Age at debut: 15 years, 128 days

   • A right-arm seamer, he debuted in 2001 but faced difficulties maintaining his place in the national squad.                              
     
     
     

4. Aaqib Javed (Pakistan)

   • Age at debut: 16 years, 189 days
   • A key bowler for Pakistan, Javed was part of the 1992 World Cup-winning squad, taking over 200 international wickets.

5. Sachin Tendulkar (India)

   • Age at debut: 16 years, 205 days
   • Made his debut against Pakistan in 1989 and went on to become the most prolific batter in cricket history, amassing 100 international centuries.

6. Aftab Baloch (Pakistan)

   • Age at debut: 16 years, 221 days
   • Known for scoring a first-class quadruple century, his Test career was short, with only two matches.

7. Talha Jubair (Bangladesh)

   • Age at debut: 16 years, 223 days
   • A promising start to his career in 2002 faded quickly, as he struggled to maintain his place in the team.

8. Nasim-ul-Ghani (Pakistan)

   • Age at debut: 16 years, 248 days
   • A left-arm spinner who achieved a Test century against England, making him a key figure for Pakistan in the 1960s.

9. Naseem Shah (Pakistan)

   • Age at debut: 16 years, 279 days
   • A fast bowler who made headlines with his performances, including a Test hat-trick at just 17 years old.

10. Enamul Haque Jr. (Bangladesh)

    • Age at debut: 16 years, 320 days                  
      
      
      
    • A left-arm spinner who played sporadically for Bangladesh, with 44 wickets in 15 Tests.

Each of these players showcases remarkable talent and the pressure of early expectations in international cricket. Let me know if you'd like more detailed information about any individual cricketer!