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19-Year-Old Yuvraj Samra Smashes T20 World Cup Record Ton for Canada

Canada's 19-year-old Yuvraj Samra created history by scoring a blistering 110 runs off 65 balls against New Zealand, becoming the youngest batter ever to score a T20 World Cup century. His record-breaking innings, which included 11 fours and six sixes, powered Canada to a competitive total of 173 for 4. Samra broke the previous record held by Pakistan's Ahmed Shehzad and also registered the highest individual score by a player from an Associate nation in the tournament's history. The match is crucial for both teams as they seek a vital win to keep their Super Eight qualification hopes alive.

Key Points: Yuvraj Samra Youngest to Hit T20 World Cup Century

  • Record 110 off 65 balls
  • Youngest T20 WC centurion at 19
  • Broke Ahmed Shehzad's record
  • Highest score for an Associate nation
  • Canada posts 173/4
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19-year-old Yuvraj Samra becomes youngest batter to hit a T20 World Cup ton as Canada set 174-run target for New Zealand

Canada's 19-year-old Yuvraj Samra scores a record 110, becoming the youngest batter to hit a T20 World Cup ton, setting New Zealand a 174-run target.

"became the youngest batter to score a century in a T20 World Cup match - ICC Report"

Chennai, February 17

Canada's Yuvraj Samra tumbled records at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Tuesday when he became the youngest batter to score a century in a T20 World Cup match after smashing a 58-ball ton during match 31 of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

The 19-year-old Samra made 110 runs off just 65 balls, including 11 fours and six sixes whiche helped Canada set a big target of 174 runs for New Zealand.

Samra broke the record of Pakistan's Ahmed Shazad for being the youngest batter to score a ton in the T20 World Cup. Shahzad was 22 years old when he hit a century against Bangladesh in the 2014 edition.

His knock of 110 runs is also the highest individual score by an Associate nation player in the T20 World Cups. He surpassed Aaron James of the USA, who had made 94 not out agaisnt Canada in the last edition.

Opting to bat first against New Zealand, Canada started with Samra and captain Dilpreet Bajwa (36 off 39 balls) and added 116 runs for the first wicket.

Dilon Heyliger and Navneet Dhaliwal also contributed in Canada's innings, which helped them reach 173 runs after 20 overs.

Matt Henry, Jacob Duffy, Kyle Jamieson and James Neesham shared one wicket each.

Now, New Zealand will desperately look to chase down the target as they eye a seat in the Super Eights with a win. Canada also need a win to stay alive in the race of Super Eights.

New Zealand full-time skipper Mitchell Santner has been rested from the match due to illness, and Darly Mitchell is leading New Zealand in his absence.

Cole McConchie, who came into the New Zealand squad as Michael Bracewell's replacement, was included in the playing XI in place of Santner.

The Kiwi pacer Lockie Ferguson has gone back to New Zealand for the birth of his first baby, and Kyle Jamieson replaced him in the Playing XI.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in Canada, this is so exciting to see! The development program here is really paying off. Samra's innings was pure class. Breaking Shahzad's record is no small feat. Hope this inspires more kids in North America to pick up the bat.
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Ananya R
Amazing talent! But let's be honest, the bowling attack he faced wasn't New Zealand's full strength. No Santner, Ferguson away for personal reasons... still, you can only play what's in front of you. A century is a century. Hope he gets a good IPL contract next season!
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Vikram M
The name Yuvraj itself is auspicious for cricket! 😄 Jokes aside, this is fantastic for global cricket. The more competitive teams we have, the better the sport becomes. 174 is a very defendable total on a Chennai track. New Zealand will have to work hard.
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Karthik V
Respectful criticism: While the innings was brilliant, the article could have told us more about Samra's background. Is he of Indian origin? Grew up in Canada? How did he develop his game? These human interest details make the achievement even more relatable for fans like us.
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Michael C
This is the kind of story that makes sports great. A teenager from a non-traditional cricket nation comes to Chennai and smashes a record against a top team. The future of the game is in good hands if we keep getting talents like Samra from all over the world.

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