Watch: Sooryavanshi's emotional 'A' celebration steals hearts after world-record fifty
Teenage cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi has become the youngest player to score a fifty in men's international cricket at 15 years and 118 days. He celebrated the milestone with his signature 'A' gesture, which he revealed is a tribute to his mother, Aarti.
Why it matters
This achievement marks a significant historical milestone in international cricket, highlighting the rise of young talent in the sport.
NEW DELHI: India's teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi once again captured the spotlight on Thursday — not just for rewriting cricket history, but also for the heartfelt celebration that followed his record-breaking half-century.The 15-year-old produced a breathtaking innings against Zimbabwe in the first T20I at Harare, smashing a 50 off just 18 balls to become the youngest player ever to score a fifty in men's international cricket.Moments after reaching the milestone, Sooryavanshi broke into his now-famous 'A' celebration, forming the letter with his fingers before acknowledging the dressing room.
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