By SRTeam Sure enough, cricket is usually popular among the younger demographic, especially right here in India where it is the first-ever sport kids usually fall in love with. And you may have seen many young players play for IPL teams and even for international teams on higher competitive levels or first-class matches, right? But how young are we talking about? Like, recently, you may have heard of Vaibhav Suryavanshi who actually became the youngest player ever to be featured in an IPL auction. That news right there is just insane because he’s too young, though his batting is exceptional at that age. So come with us as we talk about more players like him who are really young and we will be seeing them in IPL 2025. Here’s the list of the top 10 youngest IPL players in 2025, alright, here we go now.
1. Vaibhav Suryavanshi – 13 Years
And as we already mentioned in the introduction of this post, yes, it is none other than Vaihav Suryavanshi, currently 13 years old (born on March 27, 2011) who’s one of the most talked about cricketers in the IPL auction for 2025. For the next season of IPL, signed by the Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.1 crore, his meteoric rise from Bihar’s Ranji trophy team to Under-19 century for India is nothing short of extraordinary, we must say that at least. Though, don’t just be like “What would a 13-year-old do in a cricket match.” Nah! Just go see his batting and you’ll know exactly why he’s a preferred choice from Rajasthan Royals.
2. C Andre Siddarth – 18 Years
C Andre Siddarth, born on August 28, 2006, and currently 18 years old, is surely one of the top choices of Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2025. But why? Well, just because he is that good. One who is known for being mentally tough under high-pressure situations, C Andre Siddarth came good in the Tamil Nadu Premier League and Ranji was acquired for ₹30 lakh. Smashed 372 runs in only six innings, averaging 93, and that’s just pure impressive, correct? So yes, it is expected that the young lad is going to be comfortable under the familiar conditions at Chepauk.
3. Kwena Maphaka – 18 Years
The South African sensation Kwena Maphaka (born on 8 April 2006) reflects resilience in his journey to IPL, but how’s that? Well, sure enough, Kwena Maphaka, who had a disappointing last season with the Mumbai Indians, has returned for the upcoming season as a stronger bowler. The player was acquired by the Rajasthan Royals for ₹1.5 crore. His raw pace and ability to deliver sharp back-of-a-length deliveries were on full display at the Under-19 World Cup. Like, he is expected to add to Rajasthan’s already electrifying bowling attack this season.
4. Allah Ghazanfar – 18 Years
Next on the list, you see, Allah Ghazanfar, born on 20 March 2006, from Afghanistan is not a more common breed spinner rather he is in fact a mystery bowler doing wonders to the existence of spin, you know? Snatched by MI after a protracted bidding war, his sharp variations and disciplined economy rate have already made him a key player in Afghanistan’s ODI team. So yes, expect his unorthodox style to take some major tests for batters this IPL.
5. Swastik Chikara – 19 years
Without a single doubt, it is his power hitting that has given Swastik Chikara (just a 19-year-old, actually born back on April 03, 2005) a 30-lakh deal with Royal Challengers Bangalore. Leading the UP T20 League with 499 runs scored, Chikara is an opening batter who likes pace and pressure, you know? His versatility may come in handy with added part-time off-spin this season where the real might is on in IPL’s high-octane aka thrilling matches.
6. Musheer Khan- 19 years
You see, at just 19 years of age, Musheer Khan (born on 27 February 2005) is also the youngest player of IPL 2025, and that’s why he’s on this list, right? Like, representing Punjab Kings, Musheer comes from a reputation in the domestic circuit as he has had a spectacular Ranji Trophy season. Acquired for 30 lakhs for the next season of IPL, he is a reliable middle-order batsman and a crafty left-arm spinner. Just so you know though, yes, this is his first exposure to IPL, and everyone is watching how he will play on that big platform.
7. Arshin Kulkarni – 19 years
Then there is Arshin Kulkarni, just a 19-year-old, born back on 15 February 2005. Yet another young star to catch one’s eye this season. Retained by Lucknow SuperGiants for a base price of INR 30 lakh, Arshin is an all-rounder who would score runs as well as pick wickets. Though he did not have much chance during IPL 2024, his performance in domestic tournaments, especially the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, left a lasting impression, we can say that for sure. Like, without a single doubt, as a seam bowler who likes to strike during the powerplay overs, he has the potential to shine even brighter this season.
8. Noor Ahmad – 19 years
We all know that famous bowler from Afghanistan’s international team, right? Yes, we’re talking about Noor Ahmad, born back on 3 January 2005, and yes, he’s just 19 years old. This left-arm wrist-spinner got into the books for INR 10 crore with Chennai Super Kings, fought against the Gujarat Titans in a bidding war, and it would be quite interesting to see him in this next season.
9. Kumar Kushagra – 20 years
Then, another 20-year-old to watch out for in IPL 2025 is none other than Kumar Kushagra, born on 23 October 2004, who could very well make that wave, you know? Just so you know, the wicketkeeper-batter from Jharkhand was bought by Gujarat Titans for INR 65 lakh. He sure is a promising one.
10. Shaik Rasheed – 20 years
The final one on this list is Shaik Rasheed (born on 24 September 2004) who is now 20 years old. Representing Chennai Super Kings this year, Rasheed caught the attention in the Andhra Premier League 2024 by being the third-highest run-getter, that’s for sure. This is everything that Shaik Rasheed brings to the table, and CSk is out there to utilize it all in their favor.
Conclusion
So far, these are the youngest players we will be seeing in the next season of the Indian Premier League aka IPL 2025. Watch out for these because you may be looking at the next big players in the cricket scene, not just in India but around the globe.