The crux of the matter with regard to IPL is simple: either go big or go home. In the past, some batters have completely made fools of bowlers, walloping them within minutes for hundreds. But now, it’s time for a boy of just 14 who has come in and made headlines with a record-breaking century. Let us now take a look at the three out of the top 5 fastest centuries in the history of IPL.
Fastest Centuries in IPL History: Top 5 Blistering Innings
1. Chris Gayle: 30 Balls
At number one stands the man, Chris Universe Boss Gayle. On April 23, 2013, he gave an innings that fans still remember. Playing for RCB against Pune Warriors, Gayle quite incredibly scored an amazing 175 not out off 66 balls after reaching his century in just 30 balls. The Pune bowlers could only watch out as Gayle hit 13 fours and 17 sixes, while RCB’s score went to the unbelievable 263/5. Pune never had a chance. This was more than a match; everyone was questioning whether they were watching the same game.
2. Vaibhav Suryavanshi: 35 Balls
At just fourteen, Vaibhav Suryavanshi made history in the IPL by scoring a century in just 35 balls while proudly wearing the Rajasthan Royals jersey against Gujarat Titans in Match 47 of IPL 2025. He scored 101 off 35 Balls during committed chasing, looked like a pro playing 7 four and 11 sixes, and along the way, scored fastest fifty of the season – in just 17 balls. Age is not important when there is determination. He certainly led RR to victory and withstood defeat by 8 wickets.
3. Yusuf Pathan: 37 Balls
Yusuf Pathan is one of those cricketers who could probably take the game away within minutes. In the year 2010, Rajasthan was chasing a miracle of 213 runs against the Mumbai Indians at the Brabourne Stadium. At the moment, Yusuf walked in and created fireworks with his 37 balls century, where 9 regular fours and 8 sixes were involved. Even MI fans held some respect for his powerful hitting. Though the match was lost by Rajasthan only by 4 runs, Pathan’s innings will always be remembered.
4. David Miller: 38 Balls
Well, David Miller was another that made history under IPL 2013 when Kings XI Punjab locked horns with Royal Challengers Bangalore at Mohali. Chasing a big 191, Punjab was at crossroads when Miller came to their rescue and struck a blistering unbeaten century (101) off 38 balls with 8 fours and 7 sixes. With it being done, Punjab finished off the chase in less than 18 overs. That knock is still fresh in the minds of every IPL fan.
5. Travis Head: 39 Balls
On the date of April 15, 2024, Bengaluru became the place of batsmen when Travis Head thumped off against Royal Challengers Bangalore for Sunrisers Hyderabad. He made a 39-ball hundred, disemboweling the RCB bowling with 9 fours and 8 sixes. Turning in a staggering SRH-view score with 287/3, though, with all efforts made on behalf of RCB, they fell short by 25 runs. Head’s innings is noted as one of those gifts where every ball felt like a gift as it soared into the stands.
