The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been the perfect stage for explosive batting performances, with players regularly entertaining fans with blazing centuries. Over the years, the tournament has witnessed some breathtaking knocks where batters have raced to their hundreds in record time, pushing the limits of T20 batting.
Every season brings new heroes who light up the league with their fearless stroke play, making centuries look effortless even under pressure. These quick-fire hundreds not only shift match momentum but also etch the players’ names in IPL history.
In this article, we take you through the list of the top 11 players who have scored the fastest centuries by balls faced in IPL history.
Top 11 Fastest IPL Centuries By Balls
From experienced batters to young and emerging talents, many have thrived on big occasions and scored memorable centuries — some of them coming at lightning-fast speeds.
Let’s take a look at the top 10 batters who scored centuries facing the fewest number of balls in IPL history.
| Player | Team | Balls faced to 100 | Against | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle | RCB | 30 | PWI | 23 April, 2013 |
| Vaibhav Suryavanshi | RR | 35 | GT | 28 April, 2025 |
| Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | 37 | KKR | 25 May, 2025 |
| Yusuf Pathan | RR | 37 | MI | 13 March, 2010 |
| David Miller | PBKS | 38 | RCB | 06 May, 2013 |
| Travis Head | SRH | 39 | RCB | 15 April, 2024 |
| Priyansh Arya | PBKS | 39 | CSK | 07 April, 2025 |
| Abhishek Sharma | SRH | 40 | PBKS | 12 April, 2025 |
| Will Jacks | RCB | 41 | GT | 28 April, 2024 |
| Adam Gilchrist | DCH | 42 | MI | 27 April, 2008 |
| AB de Villiers | RCB | 43 | GL | 14 May, 2016 |
1. Chris Gayle
| Match | RCB vs PWI |
| Date | 23 April, 2013 |
| Venue | Bengaluru |
| Runs scored | 175(66)* |
| 6s | 17 |
| 4s | 13 |
Chris Gayle smashed an unbelievable 175* runs from just 66 balls against Pune Warriors India on 23rd April 2013. He reached his century in just 30 balls, the fastest in IPL history. Fans at the Chinnaswamy Stadium witnessed a batting show like never before.
Gayle’s innings included 17 sixes and 13 fours, helping RCB post a massive total. His powerful hitting made the match one of the most memorable games in IPL history.
2. Vaibhav Suryavanshi
| Match | RR vs GT |
| Date | 28 April, 2025 |
| Venue | Jaipur |
| Runs scored | 101(38) |
| 6s | 11 |
| 4s | 7 |
Vaibhav Suryavanshi, just 14 years old, created history by scoring 101 runs off only 38 balls for the Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans on 28th April 2025. He became the youngest player ever to score a T20 century, leaving everyone amazed with his fearless batting at Jaipur.
His innings, filled with 11 sixes and 7 fours, broke several records in one night. Vaibhav’s incredible knock showed that age is just a number and announced his arrival on the big stage in style.
3. Heinrich Klaasen
| Match | SRH vs KKR |
| Date | 25 May, 2025 |
| Venue | Delhi |
| Runs scored | 105*(39) |
| 6s | 9 |
| 4s | 7 |
Klaasen’s explosive innings not only propelled SRH to a formidable total of 278 runs but also marked the fastest century ever by an SRH batter, surpassing the previous record held by Travis Head. This remarkable feat added a significant highlight to SRH’s season and etched Klaasen’s name into the IPL record books.
With the help of Klaasen’s innings SRH also managed to score third highest score in IPL surpassing their own previous records.
4. Yusuf Pathan
| Match | MI vs RR |
| Date | 13 March, 2010 |
| Venue | Mumbai |
| Runs scored | 100(37) |
| 6s | 8 |
| 4s | 9 |
Yusuf Pathan played one of the most explosive innings in IPL history by scoring 100 runs off just 37 balls for Rajasthan Royals against the Mumbai Indians on 13th March 2010. His powerful hitting helped RR stay in the chase during a thrilling match at the Wankhede Stadium.
With 8 sixes and 9 fours, Yusuf showed why he was one of the most dangerous batters of his time. His century remains one of the fastest ever in the league’s history.
5. David Miller
| Match | KXIP vs RCB |
| Date | 06 May, 2013 |
| Venue | Mohali |
| Runs scored | 101(38)* |
| 6s | 7 |
| 4s | 8 |
David Miller delivered a sensational knock for Kings XI Punjab by scoring an unbeaten 101 off just 38 balls against Royal Challengers Bangalore on 6th May 2013. Coming in under pressure, Miller turned the match around completely at the PCA Stadium in Mohali.
He smashed 7 sixes and 8 fours during his innings, finishing the game with ease. That night, Miller truly lived up to the nickname “Killer Miller” with his fearless batting.
6. Travis Head
| Match | RCB vs SRH |
| Date | 15 April, 2024 |
| Venue | Bengaluru |
| Runs scored | 101(38)* |
| 6s | 8 |
| 4s | 9 |
Travis Head played a stunning innings for Sunrisers Hyderabad, scoring 102 runs off just 41 balls against Royal Challengers Bangalore on 15th April 2024. Batting at the Chinnaswamy Stadium, he took full advantage of the small boundaries and quick outfield to dominate the bowlers.
With 8 sixes and 9 fours, Head’s knock helped SRH post a massive total. His aggressive approach right from the start left RCB struggling to find answers.
7. Priyansh Arya
| Match | PBKS vs CSK |
| Date | 08 April, 2025 |
| Venue | Mullanpur |
| Runs scored | 103(42) |
| 6s | 9 |
| 4s | 7 |
Another exciting find of IPL after Vaibhav Suryavanshi, Priyansh Arya scored a brilliant 102 off just 41 balls for Punjab Kings against Chennai Super Kings on 8th April 2025. Playing at the new venue in Mullanpur, he showed maturity beyond his age, attacking the bowlers fearlessly from the start.
With 9 sixes and 7 fours, his innings gave PBKS a strong total. His performance once again proved that IPL continues to unearth future stars every season.
8. Abhishek Sharma
| Match | SRH vs PBKS |
| Date | 12 April, 2025 |
| Venue | Hyderabad |
| Runs scored | 141(55) |
| 6s | 10 |
| 4s | 14 |
Abhishek Sharma played a magnificent knock for Sunrisers Hyderabad, scoring 141 runs off just 55 balls against Punjab Kings on 12th April 2025.
The match, held at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Hyderabad, saw him dominate the bowlers with his aggressive approach and strong timing.
With 10 sixes and 14 fours, Abhishek’s innings was a breathtaking display of power and precision. His performance helped SRH post a massive total and turned the game in their favor with his fearless batting.
9. Will Jacks
| Match | GT vs RCB |
| Date | 28 April, 2024 |
| Venue | Ahmedabad |
| Runs scored | 100(41) |
| 6s | 10 |
| 4s | 5 |
Will Jacks, the English batter, played an explosive knock for Royal Challengers Bangalore, scoring 102 runs off just 41 balls against Gujarat Titans on 28th April 2024.
The match at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad saw him take full control of the game with his aggressive batting style.
With 10 sixes and 5 fours, Jacks’ innings was a perfect showcase of power-hitting. His performance not only helped RCB set a big total but also proved his capability in the IPL as a top-class T20 batter.
10. Adam Gilchrist
| Match | MI vs DCH |
| Date | 27 April, 2008 |
| Venue | Mumbai |
| Runs scored | 109(47) |
| 6s | 10 |
| 4s | 9 |
Adam Gilchrist, the legendary Australian wicketkeeper-batter, scored an explosive 109 runs off just 47 balls for Deccan Chargers against Mumbai Indians on 27th April 2008.
With 10 sixes and 9 fours, Gilchrist’s knock was a powerful exhibition of his T20 skills. His innings not only helped Deccan Chargers post a competitive total but also announced his arrival as one of the IPL’s most exciting players.
11. AB de Villiers
| Match | RCB vs GL |
| Date | 14 May, 2016 |
| Venue | Bengaluru |
| Runs scored | 129(52)* |
| 6s | 12 |
| 4s | 10 |
AB de Villiers played a breathtaking innings for Royal Challengers Bangalore, scoring an unbeaten 129 off just 52 balls against Gujarat Lions on 14th May 2016.
The match, held at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, saw de Villiers’ masterful stroke play take center stage, entertaining fans with his incredible power and technique.
With 12 sixes and 10 fours, AB’s knock was a perfect display of T20 batting at its finest. His performance not only guided RCB to a massive total but also solidified his reputation as one of the best T20 players in the world.
IPL 2025 – Centuries Scored
After 68 matches in the Indian Premier League 2025, a total of four centuries have been scored so far — all by Indian players, including young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya.
Let’s take a look at the centuries scored in IPL 2025, ranked by the fastest:
| Positon | Player | Team | Balls faced | Runs scored | Against |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vaibhav Suryavanshi | RR | 35 | 101 | GT |
| 2 | Heinrich Klaasen | SRH | 37 | 105 | KKR |
| 3 | Priyansh Arya | CSK | 39 | 103 | CSK |
| 4 | Abhishek Sharma | SRH | 40 | 141 | PBKS |
| 5 | KL Rahul | DC | 60 | 112 | GT |
| 6 | Ishan Kishan | SRH | 45 | 106 | RR |
| 7 | Sai Sudarshan | GT | 56 | 108 | DC |
| 8 | Mitchell Marsh | LSG | 56 | 117 | PBKS |
Conclusion: Chris Gayle’s 30-Ball Ton Remains The Fastest in IPL History!
The IPL has seen some breathtaking centuries over the years, with Chris Gayle still holding the record for the fastest century, a 30-ball storm against Pune Warriors India. His knock remains unmatched in terms of raw power and impact.
Young talents like Vaibhav Suryavanshi and Priyansh Arya have now joined this elite list, proving that the future of Indian cricket is in safe hands. Their quick-fire centuries have added fresh excitement to the 2025 season.
With legends like Yusuf Pathan, David Miller, and AB de Villiers also featuring in this list, the IPL continues to be a showcase of fearless and record-breaking batting.
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