Pakistan’s rising star, Maaz Sadaqat, has shattered a significant record in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), becoming the youngest centurion in the tournament’s history.
The 21-year-old left-hander unleashed a blistering 112 runs off just 49 balls for the Jamaica Kingsmen against the Barbados Tridents in the CPL 2026 Eliminator at the Kensington Oval on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. His monumental effort propelled the Kingsmen to a comprehensive nine-wicket win, securing their spot in Qualifier 2.
Maaz Sadaqat Creates CPL History
Record-Breaking Knock
Sadaqat, born on May 15, 2005, reached his maiden T20 century in a mere 44 deliveries, dazzling with 9 fours and 8 sixes. At 21 years and 124 days old, he surpassed the previous record held by West Indies’ Shimron Hetmyer, who achieved his century at the age of 21 years and 235 days in 2018. Sadaqat’s innings was a masterclass of aggressive batting, making light work of the Tridents’ total of 144/6. The Jamaica Kingsmen chased down the target of 145 with 35 balls to spare, finishing on 145/1 in just 14.1 overs.
Match Summary
The Eliminator saw the Barbados Tridents struggle early on, but a resilient partnership between Quinton de Kock (71) and Chris Green (57 not out) helped them post a respectable total. However, their efforts were overshadowed by Sadaqat’s extraordinary display. Opening the batting with Kirk McKenzie (22 not out), Sadaqat took control from the outset, reaching his fifty off just 22 balls before accelerating further to his historic hundred.
With this stunning performance, Maaz Sadaqat has not only propelled the Jamaica Kingsmen deeper into the CPL playoffs but has also firmly announced his arrival on the global T20 stage as a talent to watch.