The Indian Premier League (IPL) serves as a stage for young cricketers to showcase their skills and establish themselves in the cricketing world. Over the years, many players have risen through the ranks of the IPL and earned opportunities to represent their countries at the international level. One such memorable moment was when a young Manish Pandey, representing Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), became the youngest player to score a century in IPL history. Besides Pandey, here are five other young players who have achieved the remarkable feat of scoring a century in the IPL.
Youngest player to score 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
At just 19 years and 253 days old, Manish Pandey etched his name in IPL history by becoming the youngest player to score a century. On May 21, 2009, while representing Royal Challengers Bangalore, Pandey delivered a masterclass with an unbeaten 114* against the Deccan Chargers. His remarkable knock not only led RCB to victory but also made him the first Indian to score a century in the IPL.
Rishabh Pant
The second-youngest cricket player to reach a century in the Indian Premier League is Rishabh Pant, who is 20 years and 218 days old. The current captain of the Delhi Daredevils scored an amazing 128* in just 63 balls in 2018. The Delhi Daredevils lost the match despite their brilliant performance and important run-scoring contribution.
Devdutt Padikkal
At just 20 years and 289 days old, Devdutt Padikkal showcased his brilliance with an unbeaten 101 off just 52 balls, guiding Royal Challengers Bangalore to a commanding victory over Rajasthan Royals. This remarkable innings, played on April 22, 2021, highlighted Padikkal’s immense talent and ability to dominate on the big stage.
Yashasvi Jaiswal
India’s young sensation, Yashasvi Jaiswal, earned his place on the list with a stunning knock of 124 runs. Representing Rajasthan Royals (RR), Jaiswal delivered a remarkable century against Mumbai Indians. At just 21 years and 123 days old, he showcased his extraordinary talent with this memorable IPL century.
Sanju Samson
Sanju Samson ranks as the fifth-youngest batter to score a century in the IPL. Representing Delhi Daredevils during the 2017 season, Samson showcased his batting prowess at just 22 years and 151 days old. He dismantled the Rising Pune Supergiant bowling attack with a brilliant knock of 102 runs off 63 deliveries.
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