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In a jaw-dropping moment from the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), South African powerhouse Heinrich Klaasen slammed a sensational century off just 37 balls for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in Delhi. Known for his brutal striking and calm presence at the crease, Klaasen unleashed a calculated assault on the KKR bowling unit, sending balls flying to all parts of the ground and thrilling the packed crowd.
With this knock, Klaasen has equalled Yusuf Pathan’s 2010 record for the third-fastest century in IPL history. The innings saw Klaasen mix timing, placement and brute force, guiding SRH to a memorable win and securing his place among the fastest centurions in the league’s storied history.
5 fastest centuries in IPL history
1) Chris Gayle (RCB)
The record for the fastest hundred in IPL still belongs to the ‘Universe Boss’ Chris Gayle, who blasted an unbeaten 175 off just 66 balls for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, reaching his century in only 30 deliveries. The knock came against Pune Warriors India in 2013 at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru and is widely considered the most destructive T20 innings ever played.
2) Vaibhav Suryavanshi (RR)
Just days before Klaasen’s heroics, Rajasthan Royals‘ young sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi had set the tournament ablaze with a 35-ball hundred against Gujarat Titans in Jaipur. Playing with flair and fearless intent, Suryavanshi’s aggressive strokeplay saw him surpass several legends and claim the second-fastest IPL century, firmly announcing his arrival on the big stage.
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3) Yusuf Pathan (RR)
Yusuf Pathan had held the second spot on the list for over a decade before being overtaken by Suryavanshi. His 37-ball hundred for Rajasthan Royals against Mumbai Indians in 2010 at the Brabourne Stadium was a trailblazing effort that redefined finishing in T20s.
4) Heinrich Klaasen (SRH)
South African icon Klaasen joined Pathan in the record books during Sunrisers Hyderabad’s match against Kolkata Knight Riders in Delhi in IPL 2025. Klaasen’s powerful display saw him reach three figures in 37 deliveries, equalling Pathan’s 2010 effort for Rajasthan Royals against Mumbai Indians at the Brabourne Stadium.
5) David Miller (PBKS)
Rounding off the top five, David Miller’s unbeaten 101 off 38 balls for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) against Royal Challengers Bangalore in Mohali remains one of the most explosive innings in IPL history. Played in 2013, Miller’s masterclass is still remembered for the way he finished the chase with time to spare.
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