The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a launchpad for young cricketers to shine on the global cricketing platform. Among the many milestones, scoring a century stands out as a remarkable achievement. Here’s a glimpse into the youngest players who etched their names in IPL history by scoring centuries:
Youngest Players to Score an IPL Century:
| Player | Age | Year | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manish Pandey | 19y 253d | 2009 | KKR |
| Rishabh Pant | 20y 218d | 2018 | DD |
| Devdutt Padikkal | 20y 289d | 2021 | RCB |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 21y 123d | 2023 | RR |
| Sanju Samson | 22y 151d | 2017 | DD |
Manish Pandey: Pandey made history at the age of 19 years and 253 days, smashing an unbeaten 114* for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Deccan Chargers in 2009. He became the youngest player to score an IPL century.
Rishabh Pant: In 2018, at just 20 years and 218 days, Pant exhibited his prowess with an explosive 128* for Delhi Daredevils. Despite his stellar innings, his team faced defeat.
Devdutt Padikkal: Padikkal showcased his talent at 20 years and 289 days, scoring a splendid 101* for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Rajasthan Royals in 2021.
Yashasvi Jaiswal: At 21 years and 123 days, Jaiswal impressed for Rajasthan Royals with a brilliant century against Mumbai Indians, making him one of the youngest centurions in IPL history.
Sanju Samson: Samson, at 22 years and 151 days, displayed his batting prowess for Delhi Daredevils in 2017, scoring 102 runs off 63 balls against Rising Pune Supergiant.
These young talents have left an indelible mark on the IPL, captivating cricket fans with their extraordinary performances.
