The Indian Premier League has seen many great centuries over the years, but young players continue to make new records. In IPL 2026, Cooper Connolly made history by becoming the youngest overseas player to score a century in IPL history.
The young all rounder from Australia achieved this milestone at just 22 years and 257 days, making it a special moment in the tournament.
Youngest Overseas Players to Score IPL Century
| Player | Age | Team |
| Cooper Connolly | 22 yrs 257 days | PBKS |
| Quinton de Kock | 23 yrs 122 days | Various |
| David Warner | 23 yrs 153 days | SRH |
| David Miller | 23 yrs 330 days | PBKS |
| Cameron Green | 23 yrs 352 days | MI |
Cooper Connolly is now the youngest overseas player to score an IPL century, going past big names like David Warner and Quinton de Kock. What makes this achievement even more special is that he was fighting almost alone for Punjab Kings during the chase.
A Lone Fighter for Punjab Kings
In this match, Connolly was clearly the standout performer for Punjab Kings.
- The team lost early wickets in the powerplay
- Pressure kept increasing during the chase
- Connolly handled the situation calmly
- He played aggressive shots and kept the scoreboard moving
His century came in the final over, showing his determination and skill.
Why This Century Matters
This innings is important for several reasons:
- Youngest overseas player to score an IPL century
- First century of Connolly’s professional career
- Came under pressure in a big run chase
- Showed his ability to perform on a big stage
Even though Punjab Kings lost the match, Connolly’s innings was the biggest highlight.
Centuries for Punjab Kings at Age of 22
| Player | Score | Opponent | Year |
| Prabhsimran Singh | 103 | Delhi Capitals | 2023 |
| Cooper Connolly | 107* | Sunrisers Hyderabad | 2026 |
This shows how rare it is for young players to score centuries in the IPL.
Cooper Connolly’s century in IPL 2026 is a big moment in his career and in IPL history. At such a young age, he has already shown that he can compete at the highest level. If he continues to perform like this, he could become one of the future stars of the IPL.
