Small age, big impact: Youngest Indian IPL centurions

The 16th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 has already seen many explosive knocks being played in the tournament. As is the case with the culture of competition, the IPL has given rise to many Indian youngsters over the years. The likes of Virat Kohli, Sanju Samson, Rishabh Pant, and many more have earned their fame from the IPL.

There have been many young Indian stars who have played explosive knocks in the tournament over the years, with many of them hitting a ton as well. So let us have a look at the top three youngest Indian centurions in the IPL.

Devdutt Padikkal (20 years and 289 days old)

Rajasthan Royals batter Devdutt Padikkal sits at number three on the list of the youngest Indian batters to hit a century in the IPL. Back when Padikkal represented Royal Challengers Bangalore, he hit a ton against Rajasthan Royals in the 16th match of the IPL 2021 when he was just 20 years and 289 days old. Padikkal amassed 101* runs in just 52 deliveries and was crucial in the run chase.

Rishabh Pant (20 years and 218 days old)

Star Indian keeper batter Rishabh Pant is the second youngest Indian player to hit a century in the IPL. Back in the 2018 IPL, when Pant was just 20 years and 218 days old, he hit a magnificent ton against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 42nd game of the tournament. Batting first, Pant scored 128* runs in just 63 deliveries. However, his knock proved to be in vain as Hyderabad chased the target down.

Manish Pandey (19 years and 253 days old)

Indian batter Manish Pandey is still the youngest Indian to hit a ton in the IPL. Back in the 2009 IPL, Pandey hit a magnificent ton against Deccan Chargers in the 56th game of the tournament. Batting first, Pandey amassed 114* runs in just 73 deliveries and was crucial in his side ultimately clinching the win.