Yuvraj Samra Becomes Youngest Player to Score Century in T20 World Cup History

Cricket fans witnessed history at the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai, as Canada’s Yuvraj Samra became the youngest centurion in T20 World Cup history. At just 19 years and 141 days, Samra scored a blistering 110 runs off 65 balls, including 10 fours and six sixes, against New Zealand in a Group D clash.

Opening the innings with captain Dilpreet Bajwa, Samra built a 116-run partnership that stunned the Kiwi bowling attack. His milestone century came in just 58 balls, surpassing Pakistan’s Ahmed Shehzad’s previous record (22 years, 127 days). This was also the first-ever century by a batter from an associate nation in T20 World Cup history.

Samra’s innings not only showcased his fearless stroke play but also highlighted the rising competitiveness of associate teams in world cricket. Analysts believe this performance could be career-defining, putting Canadian cricket firmly on the global map.

Key Highlights

• Player: Yuvraj Samra, 19 years old
• Match: Canada vs New Zealand, ICC T20 World Cup 2026
• Venue: MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
• Score: 110 runs off 65 balls (10 fours, 6 sixes)
• Record: Youngest centurion in T20 World Cup history
• Significance: First ton by an associate nation player in tournament history

Samra’s heroics have ignited fresh excitement around Canada’s campaign, proving that cricket’s future stars can emerge from beyond traditional powerhouses.

Sources: The Financial Express, Outlook India, ICC Official Coverage, The Indian Express