IPL 2025: Ranking the 10 Fastest Centuries in IPL History
As the new IPL season draws near, let’s review the top 10 quickest fifties recorded in IPL history from 2008 to 2024. The 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season is just around the corner, with excitement building for the upcoming edition of the world’s most popular T20 league in less than two months. Throughout 17 seasons, many celebrated batters have displayed their skills in the IPL, but only a few have achieved remarkable performances that are now part of cricket lore.
In recent times, pitch conditions have become more favorable for batting, enabling players to fully exploit the circumstances. This shift has led to numerous high-scoring matches and the setting of various batting records.
Jaiswal Sets Fastest IPL Fifty Record Against KKR
Rajasthan Royals opener Yashasvi Jaiswal achieved a new IPL milestone by registering the fastest fifty, reaching it in just 13 balls against Kolkata Knight Riders on May 11, 2023. His explosive innings featured 26 runs in the opening over, playing a crucial role in the Royals successfully chasing a target of 150 with nine wickets remaining and nearly seven overs to go. Jaiswal ended the game not out, scoring 98 runs off 47 balls.
Pat Cummins’ 14-Ball Fifty vs Mumbai Indians (IPL 2022)
Pat Cummins put on an outstanding display, scoring 56 runs off merely 15 balls for the Kolkata Knight Riders in their match against the Mumbai Indians during the 2022 IPL. He reached his half-century in an extraordinary single delivery, making him one of the quickest players to reach this landmark in the tournament. His rapid innings included numerous sixes and fours, helping KKR to successfully chase down a target of 162 runs and achieve victory.
KL Rahul’s Record 14-Ball Fifty on IPL Debut
KL Rahul made a remarkable impact on his debut for Kings XI Punjab by setting the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history. He achieved this milestone in just 14 balls, showcasing his explosive batting skills. Notably, his innings featured a standout over where he scored 24 runs off bowler Amit Mishra.
Sunil Narine’s 15-Ball Fifty vs RCB (IPL 2017)
In the 2017 IPL season, Sunil Narine took on the role of an opener for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) after Chris Lynn was injured. While pursuing a target of 159 runs in Bengaluru, Narine delivered a remarkable performance, scoring an impressive 50 runs in just 15 balls, which equaled the record for the quickest half-century in IPL history at that point.
Yusuf Pathan’s Quick 15-Ball Fifty vs SRH (IPL 2014)
In an impressive display, Yusuf Pathan achieved a rapid fifty in just 15 deliveries, playing a crucial role in guiding Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to successfully chase down a target of 161 runs in merely 14.2 overs. Throughout the match, he notably smashed Dale Steyn for 26 runs within a single over, which greatly aided his team’s win and sustained KKR’s aspirations of making it to the finals.
pooran’s Blazing Fifty Powers LSG in IPL
In a thrilling encounter against RCB, Nicholas Pooran showcased an outstanding performance, scoring 62 runs off only 19 balls. His innings featured seven sixes and four fours, and he achieved his half-century in just 15 balls. This explosive innings set the stage for Lucknow’s chase, leaving them needing only 24 runs from the last 18 balls. In the end, Lucknow clinched the win by a margin of one wicket.
Suresh Raina’s Quick 16-Ball Fifty in IPL 2014 Qualifier
Suresh Raina’s extremely 87 off 25 balls is considered one of the best IPL innings in a losing cause. He achieved his fifty in just 16 balls and his aggressive hitting helped his team set the record for the highest Powerplay score in IPL history.
Gayle’s Explosive Fifty Powers RCB in IPL 2013
Chris Gayle’s iconic innings of 175 off 66 balls remains his best IPL performance. After hitting the fifty in just 17 balls, he set the record for the fastest T20 hundred off 30 balls, with his second fifty coming in just 13 balls, solidifying his place in IPL history.
Adam Gilchrist Sets Fastest Fifty Record in IPL 2009 Semi-Final
Adam Gilchrist, whose aggressive attack helped Deccan Chargers win easily with nearly ten overs left, broke the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history with his blistering innings of fifty off just 17 balls against Delhi.
Morris’ Explosive Fifty Nearly Steers DD to Victory
After the Delhi Daredevils were struggling at 57 for 4 while chasing 173, Chris Morris smashed a fifty off 17 balls. After his brilliant knock, which saw him hit seven sixes, the team lost the exciting match by a mere one run.
Conclusion
With the 2025 season quickly approaching, we can anticipate more thrilling performances to add to this list. As the IPL continues to change, batters have routinely broken records, demonstrating the sheer power and aggression of T20 cricket. Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 13-ball fifty in 2023 leads the pack, but KL Rahul, Pat Cummins, and Chris Gayle have also left their mark on IPL history with explosive knocks.
FAQ’s
Who holds the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history?
After reaching the milestone in just 13 balls against the Kolkata Knight Riders in 2023, Yashasvi Jaiswal now holds the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history.
What was Pat Cummins’ fastest fifty in the IPL?
Against the Mumbai Indians in the 2022 Indian Premier League, Pat Cummins of the Kolkata Knight Riders set a new record for the fastest fifty at 14 balls.
How many balls did KL Rahul take to score his fastest fifty in the IPL?
KL Rahul got the fastest fifty in IPL records at the time in just 14 balls on his debut for Kings XI Punjab against Delhi Daredevils in 2018.
