Thirteen-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi from Bihar created history by becoming the youngest player signed by an IPL franchise. Rajasthan Royals secured him for Rs 1.10 crore. Captain Sanju Samson expressed excitement, highlighting Suryavanshi's impressive century against Australia U-19. The Royals, known for nurturing young talent like Yashasvi Jaiswal, aim to develop Suryavanshi under Rahul Dravid's mentorship.
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