Written by: Ankit Yadav
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Cricket has evolved dramatically since the introduction of the T20 format. It’s faster and more exciting than ever before. Batsmen are hitting centuries quicker than we thought possible. These quick hundreds are happening more often now. 

In this article, we’ll look at the fastest centuries in T20 cricket. We’ll show you who hit the most explosive innings in T20 history.

Top 21 Fastest Centuries In T20

The T20 format has produced some truly remarkable batting performances. Here’s a look at the top 20 fastest centuries in T20 cricket:

S.N.Player NameBallsTeamOpponentVenueDate
1Sahil Chauhan27EstoniaCyprusEpiskopi17/06/2024
2Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton33NamibiaNepalKirtipur27/02/2024
3Sikandar Raza33ZimbabweGambiaRuaraka 23/10/2024
4Kushal Malla34NepalMongoliaHangzhou27/09/2023
5David Miller35South AfricaBangladeshPotchefstroom29/10/2017
6Rohit Sharma35IndiaSri LankaIndore22/12/2017
7Sudesh Wickramasekara35Czech RepublicTurkeyIlfov County30/08/2019
8Sivakumar Periyalwar39RomaniaTurkeyIlfov County29/08/2019
9Zeeshan Kukikhel39HungaryAustriaLower Austria05/06/2022
10Johnson Charles39West IndiesSouth AfricaCenturion26/03/2023
11Sanju Samson40IndiaBangladeshHyderabad12/10/2024
12K Kadowaki-Fleming40JapanSouth KoreaSano15/10/2022
13Ollie Hairs40ScotlandItalyEdinburgh24/07/2023
14Hamish Gardiner41ScotlandNetherlandsDublin (Malahide)16/09/2019
15Shaheryar Butt41BelgiumCzech RepublicWalferdange29/08/2020
16Hazratullah Zazai42AfghanistanIrelandDehradun23/02/2019
17Liam Livingstone42EnglandPakistanNottingham17/07/2021
18Jean-Pierre Kotze43NamibiaBotswanaWindhoek20/08/2019
19Quinton de Kock43South AfricaWest IndiesCenturion26/03/2023
20Josh Inglis43AustraliaScotlandEdinburgh06/09/2024
21Aritra Dutta44SingaporeJapanBangkok11/02/2024

Fastest Century In T20

Let’s know more about the top 10  fastest T20 centuries and their innings achieving this feat. 

1. Sahil Chauhan (27 balls)

Sahil Chauhan's Fastest Century in T20
Source: India Today

Sahil Chauhan, playing for Estonia, shocked the cricket world with his incredible 27-ball century against Cyprus on June 17, 2024. Chasing a target of 192, Estonia was in trouble early on. But Chauhan turned the game around with his explosive batting. He smashed a record 18 sixes and 6 fours in his innings of 144 off just 41 balls, leading Estonia to a stunning victory.

2. Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton (33 balls)

Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton
Source: BB

Namibia’s Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton set a new record (at the time) with his 33-ball century against Nepal on February 27, 2024. It was a remarkable performance, especially considering it was his first T20I fifty-plus score. Loftie-Eaton reached his fifty in 18 balls and then accelerated even more, taking just 15 more balls to reach his hundred. His innings of 101 off 36 balls included 11 fours and 8 sixes.

3. Sikandar Raja (33 Balls)

Sikandar Raza hundred in 33-balls

Sikandar Raza made history by scoring the fastest T20I century by a Test-playing nation’s player, smashing 100* off just 33 balls against Gambia during the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Sub Regional Africa Qualifier. His blistering innings included 7 fours and 15 sixes, surpassing the previous 35-ball records of David Miller and Rohit Sharma. Raza’s unbeaten knock powered Zimbabwe to a staggering 344/4, the highest T20I team score, marking a new high in T20I records for a Test nation.

4. Kushal Malla (34 balls)

Kushal Malla
Source: Cricket Times

Nepal’s Kushal Malla lit up the Asian Games with a 34-ball century against Mongolia on September 27, 2023. At just 19 years old, Malla became the second-youngest player to score a T20I century. His explosive innings of 137 not out off 50 balls featured 12 sixes and 8 fours, helping Nepal post a record total of 314/3.

5. David Miller (35 balls)

David Miller
Source: NDTV Sports

South Africa’s David Miller smashed a 35-ball hundred against Bangladesh in Potchefstroom on October 29, 2017. Miller’s unbeaten 101 off 36 balls included 7 fours and 9 sixes. His explosive batting in the death overs propelled South Africa to a formidable total of 224/4, which proved too much for Bangladesh to chase.

6. Rohit Sharma (35 balls)

Rohit Sharma
Source: Cricket Highlights

Indian opener Rohit Sharma equaled Miller’s record with a 35-ball century against Sri Lanka in Indore on December 22, 2017. Rohit’s innings of 118 off 43 balls was a masterclass in aggressive batting, featuring 12 fours and 10 sixes. His efforts helped India post their highest T20I total of 260/5, which they easily defended.

7. Sudesh Wickramasekara (35 balls)

Sudesh Wickramasekara
Source: ESPNcricifo

Czech Republic’s Sudesh Wickramasekara joined the 35-ball century club against Turkey on August 30, 2019. His unbeaten 104 off 36 balls, with 8 fours and 10 sixes, was the cornerstone of the Czech Republic’s massive total of 278/4. This innings showcased the growing talent in emerging cricket nations.

8. Sivakumar Periyalwar (39 balls)

Sivakumar Periyalwar
Source: SportsTiger.com

Romania’s Sivakumar Periyalwar blasted a 39-ball hundred against Turkey on August 29, 2019. His innings of 105 not out off 40 balls included 12 fours and 6 sixes. Periyalwar’s century helped Romania post a daunting total of 226/6, which proved far too much for Turkey to chase.

9. Zeeshan Kukikhel (39 balls)

Zeeshan Kukikhel
Source: Fantasy Khiladi

Hungary’s Zeeshan Kukikhel matched Periyalwar’s feat with a 39-ball century against Austria on June 5, 2022. Opening the innings, Kukikhel’s explosive 137 off 49 balls, including 7 fours and 15 sixes, single-handedly powered Hungary’s successful chase of Austria’s 196/6.

10. Johnson Charles (39 balls)

Johnson Charles
Source: Planet Cricket

West Indies batsman Johnson Charles smashed a 39-ball ton against South Africa in Centurion on March 26, 2023. His innings of 118 off 46 balls, featuring 10 fours and 11 sixes, helped West Indies post a massive 258/5. Despite this incredible effort, South Africa managed to chase down the target, setting a new record for the highest successful chase in T20Is.

11. Sanju Samson (40 balls)

Sanju Samson
Source: Sportskeeda

This is the recent entry in this list. India’s Sanju Samson recorded his maiden T20I century off just 40 balls against Bangladesh on October 12, 2024. This innings helped India post a total of 297/6, which is the second-highest T20 total of all time. Bangladesh failed to achieve this total and lost the game by a huge margin of 133 runs. 

Fastest Centuries In T20 World Cup

The T20 World Cup has seen some incredible batting performances over the years. Here are the top 5 fastest centuries in T20 World Cup history:

S.N.Player NameBallsTeamOpponentVenueDate
1Chris Gayle47West IndiesEnglandMumbai16/03/2016
2Chris Gayle50West IndiesSouth AfricaJohannesburg11/09/2007
3Brendon McCullum51New ZealandBangladeshPallekele21/09/2012
4Rilee Rossouw52South AfricaBangladeshSydney27/10/2022
5Ahmed Shehzad58PakistanBangladeshDhaka30/03/2014

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Conclusion: Sahil Chauhan Hits The Fastest Ton In T20 In Just 27 Balls

The evolution of T20 cricket has pushed batsmen to new heights, resulting in faster centuries and more explosive innings. From established stars like Chris Gayle and Rohit Sharma to emerging talents from Associate nations, the list of fastest T20 centuries showcases the global appeal and competitive nature of the format.

As T20 cricket continues to grow and new talents emerge, we can expect to see even more breathtaking batting performances in the future. The current record of 27 balls, set by Sahil Chauhan, may seem unbeatable, but the unpredictable nature of T20 cricket means that records are made to be broken.

These rapid-fire centuries not only entertain fans but also challenge bowlers to innovate and adapt. The ongoing battle between bat and ball ensures that T20 cricket remains an exciting and dynamic format, captivating audiences worldwide.

About the Author

Meet Ankit Yadav, a dedicated cricket analyst at The Cricket Panda. Growing up playing street leagues and college tournaments, Ankit's love for cricket has been a lifelong journey. With a knack for numbers and a talent for data analysis, he brings a unique perspective to cricket reporting. At The Cricket Panda, Ankit combines his passion for cricket with his expertise in data analysis to provide fans with in-depth insights and comprehensive coverage of the sport.

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