June 6, 2025 - IPL 2025 is over, and a new champion has emerged. Royal Challengers Bangalore won their first title by defeating Punjab Kings after waiting 17 years. Meanwhile, Punjab Kings’ wait for a title continues. This season, many players left their mark - especially young talents who gave hope for India’s bright future.

Some debutants helped their teams reach the playoffs, while others impressed with strong performances throughout. We will tell you about five Indian players who made their IPL debut this season and played so well that everyone was surprised.

1. Vaibhav Suryavanshi – RR's Young Star

Rajasthan Royals (RR) bought 13-year-old Vaibhav Suryavanshi in the IPL 2025 mega auction, and their decision proved right. By the time IPL started, he had turned 14. He got a chance to play when Sanju Samson got injured, and he surprised everyone. Vaibhav became the youngest player in IPL history to score a century on debut. He made a 100 in just 34 balls against Gujarat Titans. He scored 252 runs this season with a strike rate of 296.56 and won the Super Striker of the Season award. Vaibhav is part of India’s Under-19 team and is now focused on the upcoming World Cup.

2. Priyansh Arya – The Power Hitter of PBKS

Young batsman Priyansh Arya became famous after hitting six sixes in one over in the Delhi Premier League. This season, he also played very well for Punjab Kings (PBKS) and helped them reach the final. In his first IPL season, he made a century in 39 balls against Chennai Super Kings. It was the fastest century by an uncapped Indian player, but later Vaibhav broke that record. Priyansh scored 103 runs in that match with 7 fours and 9 sixes. In total, he scored 475 runs in 17 matches, with one century and two half-centuries. His strike rate was 179.25.

3. Digvesh Rathi – A Bright Spinner from LSG

Lucknow Supergiants (LSG) did not reach the playoffs this season. They finished seventh and it was their worst season. But spinner Digvesh Rathi showed good performance. He also got in trouble once for his style of celebrating. Digvesh played 13 matches and took 14 wickets. He looks like a strong player for the future, and if he keeps playing well, he may also play for Team India.

4. Ayush Mahatre – CSK's Young Batter

Ayush Mahatre is a 17-year-old batsman who joined Chennai Super Kings (CSK) as a replacement. He played only a few matches but made a big impact. He is from Virar, Mumbai. Ayush played attacking cricket and scored 240 runs in 7 innings. His average was 34.29 and strike rate was 188.98. He made his debut against Mumbai Indians and scored 32 runs in 15 balls. His best innings was 94 runs off 48 balls against RCB. He also hit a 50 in just 25 balls.

5. Ashwini Kumar – MI's Impressive Bowler

Mumbai Indians (MI) are known for giving chance to new players. They gave stars like Hardik Pandya and Jasprit Bumrah to India. This season, they found a new fast bowler - 23-year-old Ashwini Kumar. He is a left-arm fast bowler. In his debut match against Kolkata Knight Riders, he took 4 wickets for 24 runs and impressed everyone.