Top 5 Players with Fastest Centuries in IPL History

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is known for its exciting matches and incredible players. One of the most thrilling moments in cricket is when a player scores a century quickly. Here, we look at the top five players who scored the fastest centuries in IPL history.

5. Will Jacks – (RCB vs. GT, Ahmedabad, 28 April 2024)

Will Jacks made history by scoring a century in just 41 balls while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Gujarat Titans. This match took place in Ahmedabad on April 28, 2024. His explosive batting helped his team to win that match, showcasing his talent and ability to score runs quickly. Jacks hit 10 sixes and 5 fours during his innings, making the crowd go wild. His powerful shots and quick scoring showed that he is a player to watch in the future.

4. Travis Head – (SRH vs. RCB, Bengaluru, 15 April 2024)

Travis Head also impressed fans with his quick century. He reached 100 runs in just 39 balls while playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad against Royal Challengers Bangalore. This match was held in Bengaluru on April 15, 2024. His aggressive batting style and excellent timing made him a standout player in this thrilling match. Head hit eight sixes and nine fours, showing his skill and confidence at the crease. His explosive batting helped his team set a high score for the team, and fans loved every moment of it.

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3. David Miller – (KXIP vs. RCB, Mohali, 2013)

In 2013, during a league game at Mohali, Kings XI Punjab won the toss and chose to bowl first against RCB. Chasing a big target of 191, KXIP struggled at 51/3 in the 8th over. But then, David Miller took charge. The South African left-hander scored an unbeaten 101 in just 38 balls. He smashed 8 fours and 7 sixes, leading his team to a 6-wicket win with 12 balls to spare.

Miller got lucky when Virat Kohli dropped him on 42. He made the most of the opportunity and hit 26 runs in one over from RP Singh. Miller’s partnership of 130 runs with Rajagopal Sathish (who scored 27 in 18 balls) was key to the win.

2. Yusuf Pathan – (RR vs. MI, Mumbai, 2010)

Yusuf Pathan’s 100 in 37 balls is one of the most memorable knocks in IPL history. In 2010, during a game against Mumbai Indians at the Brabourne Stadium, Rajasthan Royals were set a target of 213. They were struggling at 40/3 when Yusuf came in. He tore apart a bowling lineup that included Zaheer Khan, Lasith Malinga, and Sanath Jayasuriya.

Yusuf’s century came in just 37 deliveries, hitting the ball all over the park. Unfortunately, he got run out with 40 runs still needed. Despite his efforts, the lower order couldn’t finish the job, and Rajasthan Royals lost by 4 runs.

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1. Chris Gayle – (RCB vs. PW, Bengaluru, 2013)

Chris Gayle, known as the “Universe Boss,” holds the record for the fastest century in IPL history. Playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors in 2013, Gayle scored a century in just 30 balls. He ended the innings with 175 runs off 66 balls, the highest individual score in T20 cricket.

Gayle reached his fifty in just 17 balls and then raced to his century in the next 13 balls. He smashed 13 fours and 17 sixes, setting an IPL record for the most sixes in a single innings. His incredible knock ensured a big win for RCB and remains one of the greatest T20 innings ever played.

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