6,6,6,6,6,6,6,6,6,6: Vaibhav Suryavanshi punishes South Africa bowlers, scored 68 runs in just…
Whenever Vaibhav Suryavanshi walks out to bat, bowlers know they are in trouble. If he survives the first few balls, what usually follows is a flurry of sixes. The young Indian batter once again proved this on Monday during the second Youth ODI against South Africa Under-19 in Benoni, producing a breathtaking knock that completely changed the momentum of the match.
Chasing a target of 246 runs, India needed quick runs, and Suryavanshi delivered entertainment and impact in equal measure.
Aggression From the Very First Ball
Vaibhav made his intentions clear the moment he reached the crease. Facing fast bowler Baison, he smashed his very first delivery the second ball of the over for a huge six over deep backward point. Just a few balls later, he sent another one sailing over fine leg.
There was no settling-in period. Every bowler South Africa tried was met with fearless strokeplay. Biyanda Majola was also taken apart, as Suryavanshi launched his fifth delivery high and handsome over deep extra cover.
50 In Just 19 Balls
The pressure on the South African bowlers kept increasing. In Baison’s next over, Vaibhav struck two more sixes, showing complete control and confidence. The field placements did not matter. Pace or length did not matter. If the ball was there to be hit, it went into the stands.
🚨 CAPTAIN VAIBHAV SURYAVANSHI SMASHED 68(24) vs SOUTH AFRICA U-19 🚨
– 10 Sixes & 1 four in the Innings by the 14 year old. 🥶 pic.twitter.com/xuWXARyIf9
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) January 5, 2026
In a rare sight, Suryavanshi reached his half-century in just 19 balls, all through sixes. There was not a single four in his fifty. His focus was clear clear the ropes or nothing.
Six That Stopped the Match
One of Vaibhav’s sixes had an unexpected effect. His seventh maximum was hit so far out of the ground that the ball could not be found for some time. The match had to be stopped briefly as officials searched for a replacement ball.
Even this interruption did not slow him down. Once play resumed, Suryavanshi continued attacking with the same intent.
End of a Stunning Knock
Eventually, fast bowler CrousKamp managed to end the onslaught. Trying to hit yet another big shot, Suryavanshi mistimed the ball and lofted it towards covers, where Daniel Bosman took a comfortable catch.
Vaibhav Suryavanshi walked back after scoring 68 runs off just 24 balls, striking at an astonishing strike rate of 283.33. Though his stay was brief, his impact was massive.
Knock to Remember
While India were chasing 246, Suryavanshi’s innings brought excitement, belief, and momentum. In a matter of minutes, he entertained the crowd and rattled the opposition.
Performances like these show why Vaibhav Suryavanshi is considered one of the most exciting young talents in Indian cricket. When he gets going, the game can change in the blink of an eye.