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IPL 2025: Five Debutant Indian Players Who Stunned Everyone with Their Performances

June 6, 2025

Kathmandu- The IPL 2025 season not only brought intense competition but also introduced the cricketing world to a fresh batch of rising stars. Several young Indian players made their debut this season and left a lasting impression with their outstanding performances. Here’s a look at five such players who debuted in IPL 2025 and made headlines:

Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)

Just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi created history by becoming the youngest player to debut and score a century in IPL history. Hailing from Samastipur, Bihar, he was picked by Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore in the mega auction.
In a remarkable innings against Gujarat Titans, he smashed a 35-ball century that included 11 sixes, finishing with 101 runs — a record-breaking debut that instantly turned him into a sensation.

Priyansh Arya (Punjab Kings)

A breakout star from the Delhi Premier League, Priyansh Arya was signed by Punjab Kings for ₹3.8 crore. He made a sensational impact in his debut IPL season, notably smashing a 39-ball century against Chennai Super Kings — the fastest IPL century by an uncapped Indian player (later broken by Vaibhav).
In total, he scored 475 runs in 17 matches at a strike rate of 179.25, including one century and two half-centuries.

Ayush Mahatre (Chennai Super Kings)

Ayush Mahatre, a 17-year-old batting talent from Virar, Mumbai, made his debut as a replacement for CSK. In just four innings, he scored 163 runs at a strike rate of 185.22, proving his ability as an explosive middle-order batter.
He grabbed attention with a blistering 94 off 48 balls against RCB and a quick 32 off 15 balls against Mumbai Indians — making a strong case for his long-term future with the franchise.

Digvesh Rathi (Lucknow Super Giants)

Despite LSG failing to qualify for the playoffs, left-arm spinner Digvesh Rathi emerged as a key performer. In 11 matches, he picked up 12 wickets and showcased impressive control and wicket-taking ability.
His consistent performances have made him one of the promising spin prospects for India’s future.

Ashwini Kumar (Mumbai Indians)

Mumbai Indians have a reputation for nurturing talent, and 23-year-old left-arm pacer Ashwini Kumar added to that legacy.
In his debut match against Kolkata Knight Riders, he grabbed four wickets for just 24 runs — immediately drawing attention for his pace and precision. His performances suggest that he could be a mainstay in Mumbai’s pace attack for years to come.