Fastest Century in IPL History: 3 Batsmen with Quickest 100 in IPL
Published on: Feb 4, 2023 3:07 pm IST|Updated on: Feb 14, 2023 10:55 am IST
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has seen some of the most thrilling and memorable moments in the world of cricket. From incredible batting performances to mesmerizing bowling spells, the IPL has it all. One of the most spectacular feats in the IPL is the fastest century. In this article, we’ll look at three batsmen who hold the record for the fastest century in IPL history.
Fastest Century in IPL History
Chris Gayle, the Universe Boss, holds the record for the fastest century in IPL history. On April 23rd, 2013, playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Pune Warriors India, Gayle put on a batting masterclass. He scored a brutal 175 runs off just 30 balls and smashed 17 sixes and 13 fours, taking the IPL by storm. This innings by Gayle is widely regarded as one of the greatest T20 innings of all time and he holds the record for the highest individual score in T20 cricket.
Player | Runs | Balls Faced | Against | Match Date |
Chris Gayle | 175 | 30 | PWI | 23-Apr-13 |
Yusuf Pathan | 100 | 37 | MI | 13 March 2010 |
David Miller | 101 | 38 | RCB |
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Next on the list is Yusuf Pathan, the powerful middle-order batsman who played for Kolkata Knight Riders. On March 13th, 2010, playing against Mumbai Indians, Pathan smashed a quick-fire hundred off just 37 balls. His innings was studded with 8 sixes and 7 fours, and he went on to score an unbeaten 100 runs in just 37 balls. This knock by Pathan helped Kolkata Knight Riders chase down a huge target of 174 runs with ease and set the tone for some spectacular performances in the future.
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David Miller, the South African middle-order batsman, is the third player on this list. On May 6th, 2013, playing for Kings XI Punjab against Royal Challengers Bangalore, Miller smashed a blistering hundred off just 38 balls. He hit 7 sixes and 9 fours and went on to score an unbeaten 101 runs. This innings by Miller helped Kings XI Punjab chase down a daunting target of 206 runs and gave a glimpse of his true potential.
These three batsmen hold the record for the fastest century in IPL history and their performances are a testament to the quality of cricket played in the IPL. These innings are still remembered by fans and followers of the IPL and are an inspiration to young cricketers around the world. The IPL is a platform where young talent gets a chance to showcase their skills, and these three batsmen have made the most of it and set the bar high for future generations.
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