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17-Year-Old Zach Vukusic Becomes Youngest Captain in International Cricket

His appointment underscores the rapid rise of associate nations since the ICC granted full T20I status to all members.

Overview

  • Vukusic broke the overall captaincy age record at 17 years and 311 days during Croatia’s first T20I against Cyprus.
  • He surpassed France’s Noman Amjad, who led at 18 years and 24 days, to claim the youngest skipper title.
  • Among full ICC members, Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan still holds the Test nation record after captaining at 19 years and 165 days.
  • Vukusic earned the role after making six T20I appearances for Croatia earlier this summer.
  • Despite the milestone, Croatia was whitewashed 0-2 by Cyprus in the two-match home series.