Fastest Centuries in IPL History | Updated List 2008 to 2024

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The IPL has been a platform which has played host to awe striking display of cricketing prowess across the globe, celebrating the unending creativity put into making the cricketing world a better place. What viewers most expect from the best players in the world is to watch various cricketers score hundreds in no time. In this article, we go on the journey of the fastest centuries in IPL history. We analyze the matchups and we discuss the most unforgettable innings.

Year	Player	Balls Taken
2013	Chris Gayle	30
2010	Yusuf Pathan	37
2013	David Miller	38
2012	Adam Gilchrist	42
2017	Chris Lynn	43
2017	Sunil Narine	45
2011	David Miller	46
2019	Hardik Pandya	48
2019	Shreyas Iyer	50
2011	Chris Gayle	50

Fastest Centuries in IPL in all seasons

To talk about all seasons of IPL, then we have listed down some names for you which contains the name of the player who made the fastest century in each of the season.

Year	Player	Balls Taken
2008	Adam Gilchrist	42
2009	Yusuf Pathan	37
2010	Yusuf Pathan	37
2011	Chris Gayle	50
2012	Chris Gayle	30
2013	Chris Gayle	30
2014	David Miller	38
2015	AB de Villiers	43
2016	Chris Gayle	48
2017	Chris Lynn	43
2018	Jos Buttler	54
2019	Hardik Pandya	48
2020	Mayank Agarwal	45
2021	AB de Villiers	27
2022	Jos Buttler	34
2023	Cameron Green	47

Fastest Centuries in IPL 2023

Now, just have a look at the fastest scores for centuries played by the installed players during the IPL points table.

Player	Runs	Balls To Reach Century
Cameron Green (MI)	100	47
Shubman Gill (GT)	129	49
Venkatesh Iyer (KKR)	104	49
Heinrich Klaasen (SRH)	104	49
Suryakumar Yadav (MI)	103	49
Shubman Gill (GT)	104	52
Yashasvi Jaiswal (RR)	124	53
Harry Brook (SRH)	100*	55
Shubman Gill (GT)	101	56
Virat Kohli (RCB)	100	60
Prabhsimran Singh (PBKS)	103	61
Virat Kohli (RCB)	101	62

Top 3 Fastest Centuries in IPL

1. Chris Gayle – 30 Balls

As the boss of the universe, Chris Gayle still holds the records for T20 history, including the fastest centuries in IPL. The unforgettable holding innings of 175* off 66 balls against Pune Warriors India in 2013 cannot be erased and only adds to the history of T20 cricket.

2. Yusuf Pathan – 37 Balls

Yusuf Pathan, who was known for swinging bat, showed that how much he can indeed swing and smashed this unbeaten century for Rajasthan Royals against Mumbai Indians in 2010. They were spellbound by his incredible skill as a power hitter, which greatly helped him nail that game-winning hit.

3. David Miller – 38 Balls

During the 2013 season David Miller for Kings XI Punjab went to the crease and scored century against Royal Challengers Bangalore. He was aggressive but with a sense of caution. His century of 38 balls showcased his capacity of generating quick runs as and when required.

Centuries registered in the fastest seconds in IPL history are more than mere statistical achievements; they are extraordinary instances of power, talent, and tactical mastery. Everybody knows Chris Gayle’s 30-ball century, which is the supreme demonstration of power-hitting prowess, but Yusuf Pathan’ and David Miller’ possibility to regain this status should not be disregarded. However, these overs not only brought cricket fans entertainment but also completely changed 20-20 cricket structure.

FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: Who has the record of the fastest century in IPL History?

A1: Chris Gayle has the record for the fastest century in IPL in just 30 balls.

Q2: Who has second-fastest century in IPL?

A2: Yusuf Pathan has the second-fastest century in IPL. He did that in 37 balls.

Q2: Who has third-fastest century in IPL?

A3: During the 2013 season David Miller for Kings XI Punjab went to the crease and scored third fastest century against Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Updated List Fastest Centuries in IPL History 2008 to 2025