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Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a spectacle of explosive batting, where records are shattered and new heroes emerge every season. Among its most electrifying feats is the race for the fastest century-a testament to a batter’s power, audacity, and sheer dominance over the bowlers. The 2025 season has added a fresh twist to this legacy, with a teenage prodigy joining the pantheon of IPL’s quickest centurions. Here’s a deep dive into the top five fastest centuries in IPL history, featuring the breathtaking rise of Vaibhav Suryavanshi.
Top 5 fastest centuries in the history of IPL
- Chris Gayle’s storm against Pune Warriors India
When Chris Gayle walked out against Pune Warriors India in 2013 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, few could predict the chaos that would unfold. After a cautious start, Gayle unleashed a storm, hitting 21 runs off Ishwar Pandey and a monstrous 28-run over against Mitchell Marsh. He brought up a jaw-dropping 17-ball fifty, then raced to his century in just 30 balls, setting a record that still stands tall after 12 years. His innings, an unbeaten 175*, remains the highest individual T20 score, packed with 13 fours and 17 towering sixes. Adding to the magic, he even chipped in with two wickets later, delivering a performance for the ages.
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s fireworks against Gujarat Titans
IPL 2025 witnessed the birth of a new star. Rajasthan Royals’ Vaibhav Suryavanshi showcased fearless batting during a high-stakes chase against Gujarat Titans. Opening alongside Yashasvi Jaiswal, Suryavanshi tore apart a seasoned bowling lineup featuring Rashid Khan and Mohammed Siraj. His 17-ball half-century set the tone, and a brutal attack against Karim Janat‘s first IPL over — smashing three sixes and three fours — electrified the crowd. He reached his century in just 35 balls with a mighty six off Rashid. Though dismissed soon after for a scintillating 101, he had already left an indelible mark, pushing RR close to an easy finish.
- Yusuf Pathan’s mayhem against Mumbai Indians
Long before the IPL became the beast it is today, Yusuf Pathan had already given fans a taste of its potential for madness. Chasing an improbable 213 against Mumbai Indians in 2010, Rajasthan Royals found hope in Pathan’s blade. Starting when the odds were heavily stacked against them, Pathan unleashed a savage assault — 54 runs off 11 balls at one point — featuring brutal hits off Ali Murtaza and R Sathish. His century came up in a mind-bending 37 balls. Although a run-out dashed Rajasthan’s hopes, Shane Warne called it the best innings he had ever witnessed.
- David Miller’s pure destruction against Royal Challengers Bengaluru
David Miller’s name became synonymous with finishing games after his extraordinary 38-ball century for Punjab Kings in 2013. Walking in at a precarious 64/4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Miller produced a masterclass in calculated aggression. He took Vinay Kumar and RP Singh to the cleaners, particularly smashing 26 runs in one over off RP. With three runs needed for victory, Miller fittingly finished the game and reached his century with a monster six.
- Travis Head’s blitz against Royal Challengers Bengaluru
Travis Head, representing Sunrisers Hyderabad, carried his blistering form from a record 277-run match into a clash against RCB in Bengaluru in 2024. Opening the innings with fearless intent, Head blazed his way to a 39-ball hundred. His powerplay onslaught saw SRH rocket to 76/0 inside six overs. Even after his dismissal at 41-ball 102, SRH’s scoreboard had already swelled to 165 — eventually culminating in an unprecedented IPL total of 287. Head’s masterstroke made a statement: in T20s, fearless starts create uncatchable finishes.
Special mention: Priyansh Arya’s carnage against Chennai Super Kings
Though narrowly missing the top five by just a whisker, Priyansh Arya’s 39-ball century for PBKS against Chennai Super Kings in 2025 deserves a mention. Bought for INR 3.8 crore, Arya repaid the faith in style. His innings started with a six off the first ball and never lost momentum. A carnage-filled over against Matheesha Pathirana sealed his maiden IPL ton in breathtaking fashion, highlighting yet another new star rising on the IPL horizon.
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