The IPL has always been a stage where young overseas talents shine at the start of their careers. Several batsmen hit centuries, even before building long international resumes, before showing his ability to adapt quickly to the high-pressure conditions in India.
5 youngest foreign players to score hundred in IPL
Here’s a look 5 youngest foreign players to score a century in IPL history.
5) Cameron Green (23 years 352 days)
Australian all-rounder Cameron Green In 2023, he scored a memorable IPL century for Mumbai Indians against Sunrisers Hyderabad. Coming up big, he played a dominant unbeaten innings, hitting eight fours and eight sixes off his 100 off 47 balls. His innings led Mumbai Indians to a comfortable victory and marked his arrival as a top-order option in T20 cricket.
4) David Miller (23 years 330 days)
of South Africa David Miller In the 2013 season, he played one of the most explosive knocks in the history of IPL. Playing for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Miller went under pressure as his side struggled but turned the game around. His unbeaten 101 off just 38 balls hit the ground running as he steered his team to a memorable victory.
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3) David Warner (23 years 153 days)
Australian key David Warner In 2010, he announced himself in the IPL with a stunning unbeaten 107 for Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) against Kolkata Knight Riders. His aggressive yet controlled batting set the tone for a successful run in the league, where he turned in one of the most consistent performances in IPL history.
2) Quinton de Kock (23 years 122 days)
South African goalkeeper Quinton de Kock In 2016, he produced a classy century for Delhi Daredevils against Royal Challengers Bengaluru. His 108 innings combined controlled aggression with fluent batting, helping to establish himself as one of the most reliable overseas openers in T20 cricket.
1) Cooper Connolly (22 years 257 days)
At the top of the list is Australia Cooper ConnollyHe became the youngest foreign player to score in an IPL century. Playing for Punjab Kings against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2026, Connolly played a sensational unbeaten knock of 107 off 59 balls in a high-scoring encounter. His knock showed maturity beyond his years, combining clean batting with clever batting spin as he broke the long-standing record in IPL history.
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