Chennai, India — February 17, 2026
Teenage sensation Yuvraj Samra etched his name into cricket history after becoming the youngest batter ever to score a century in a T20 World Cup 2026 match. The 19-year-old Canadian star achieved the milestone against the New Zealand national cricket team during a Group D clash, delivering a remarkable innings that stunned fans and analysts alike.
Samra scored a brilliant 110 runs off 65 balls, the best performance of his international career, featuring 11 fours and six sixes. His knock powered Canada to a competitive total of 173 against a higher-ranked opponent.
Record-Breaking Feat at Just 19
At 19 years and 141 days, Samra surpassed the previous record for youngest T20 World Cup centurion held by Ahmed Shehzad, who scored his century at age 22 in 2014. Samra’s innings also became the highest individual score by a batter from an associate nation in T20 World Cup history.
The young batter reached the landmark in only his 19th T20 international appearance, highlighting his rapid rise on the global stage.
Inspired by a Cricket Legend
Samra’s father, a cricket enthusiast, named him after iconic Indian all-rounder Yuvraj Singh, hoping his son would one day achieve greatness in the sport. That dream now appears closer than ever as Samra’s record-breaking innings has drawn attention from cricket experts worldwide.
Youngest T20 World Cup Centurions
| Age | Player | Team | Opponent | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19y 141d | Yuvraj Samra | Canada | New Zealand | 2026 |
| 22y 127d | Ahmed Shehzad | Pakistan | Bangladesh | 2014 |
| 23y 156d | Suresh Raina | India | South Africa | 2010 |
| 25y 83d | Alex Hales | England | Sri Lanka | 2014 |
Century Not Enough for Victory
Despite Samra’s heroics, Canada fell short as New Zealand chased down the 174-run target in just 15.1 overs with two wickets lost. Half-centuries from Glenn Phillips and Rachin Ravindra powered the chase and secured New Zealand’s qualification for the Super 8 stage.
Why This Innings Matters
Cricket analysts say Samra’s performance is one of the standout moments of the tournament because it highlights:
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The growing competitiveness of associate teams
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Emerging global talent pipelines
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Increasing parity in international T20 cricket
His innings is already being hailed as a breakthrough moment for Canadian cricket.
Teen Star Yuvraj Samra Hits Record 110 — Youngest Ever T20 World Cup Centurion
At just 19, Canada’s Yuvraj Samra smashed 110 against New Zealand to set a new world record. It’s the highest score ever by an associate nation player in the tournament.
