Three hundreds in a Youth ODI happened for only the fifth time ever as India beat Afghanistan in the U-19 World Cup. This rare record was made when three Indian batsmen all scored centuries in the same match. Only four times in the history of youth cricket has this happened.
India posted a huge total as their top batsmen played brilliant cricket. The three century-makers showed great skill and power hitting throughout their innings. This special achievement shows how strong India’s young cricket talent has become. The match will be remembered as one of the most exciting batting displays in U-19 World Cup history
Three Centuries in a Single Youth ODI Match
The rare feat of three centuries in one Youth ODI match occurred for the fifth time in history on 4 February 2026, during the semi-final of the ICC Men’s Under-19 World Cup in Harare. The match saw Afghanistan U19 post a strong total before India U19 chased down a record 311, creating multiple historical milestones.
| Player Name | Team | Runs | Balls Faced |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faisal Shinozada | Afghanistan U19 | 110 | 93 |
| Uzairullah Niazai | Afghanistan U19 | 101* | 86 |
| Aaron George | India U19 | 115 | 104 |
This match became only the second instance during the 2026 U19 World Cup to feature three hundreds, underlining the tournament’s exceptional batting performances.
Record-Breaking Numbers from a Historic Youth ODI
- Total Runs: Afghanistan scored 310/4, while India chased 311/3 in just 41.1 overs.
- Key Partnerships: Afghanistan’s middle-order century stand and India’s top-order partnerships dominated the match.
- U-19 Records: India’s chase is the highest successful run chase in U-19 World Cup history.
- Boundary Count: Both teams relied heavily on boundaries to maintain a high scoring rate.
- Run Rate: India scored at a brisk pace, finishing the chase with over eight overs to spare.
- Tournament Impact: The match became the fifth Youth ODI in history to feature three centuries.
A Record That Redefined Youth oDI Cricket
The historic three-century Youth ODI stands as one of the most memorable moments in Under-19 World Cup history. It highlighted the growing quality of youth cricket, fearless batting, and the depth of emerging talent on the global stage.
Beyond the records, the match showed how Under-19 tournaments shape future stars and strengthen cricket’s development pathway. As the competition progresses, such performances will continue to inspire young cricketers and remind fans why youth cricket remains vital to the game’s future.
