{"id":45436,"date":"2023-12-07T11:34:36","date_gmt":"2023-12-07T06:04:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/?post_type=general-knowledge&p=45436"},"modified":"2025-09-25T10:29:09","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T04:59:09","slug":"fastest-century-in-t20","status":"publish","type":"general-knowledge","link":"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/hi\/general-knowledge\/fastest-century-in-t20\/","title":{"rendered":"Who Holds the Record for Fastest T20 Century? (2025 Update)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Fastest Century in T20 cricket is one of the most thrilling and unforgettable achievements in the shortest format. While scoring a hundred in just 20 overs is rare, reaching it in record time requires extraordinary skill, fearless hitting, and the ability to dominate bowlers from the first ball. Such innings are not just about personal milestones; they shift the game’s momentum and leave both opponents and fans stunned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Over the years, several batters have etched their names into history books with blistering centuries that redefined how T20 cricket is played. From international arenas to high-pressure Indian Premier League (IPL) clashes, the fastest centuries have showcased raw power, innovation, and aggression. Legendary hitters like Chris Gayle, David Miller, and Rohit Sharma have destroyed bowling attacks with effortless six-hitting, reaching the three-figure mark in unbelievable time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every fast century in T20 has become more than just a statistic; it has become a spectacle of entertainment, energy, and excitement that fans have remembered for years. These breathtaking knocks symbolize the evolution of T20 cricket, where speed, power, and precision combine to create moments that live forever in cricketing glory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is the Fastest Century in T20 Cricket?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The fastest century in T20 cricket is a remarkable achievement that showcases a player\u2019s aggressive batting style and ability to dominate the game. Chris Gayle holds the record for the fastest T20 century, scoring 100 runs in just 30 balls during the 2007 ICC T20 World Cup match against South Africa. Cricket fans worldwide celebrate this milestone as a testament to Gayle’s power and timing. Fast centuries in T20 cricket are a rare spectacle, and this record highlights the thrilling nature of the shortest format, where every ball counts and excitement is constant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Top 10 Fastest Centuries in T20 (All Formats)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are the Top 10 Fastest Centuries in T20 Cricket (All Formats), based on the number of balls faced to reach 100 runs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rank<\/strong><\/th>Player<\/strong><\/th>Country<\/strong><\/th>Balls Faced<\/strong><\/th>Match<\/strong><\/th>Date<\/strong><\/th>Details<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
1<\/td>Chris Gayle<\/td>West Indies<\/td>30<\/td>West Indies vs South Africa, 2007 ICC T20 WC<\/td>September 2007<\/td>Fastest T20 century, 100 off 30 balls<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>Muhammad Fahad<\/td>Turkey<\/td>29<\/td>Turkey vs Bulgaria, 2025 T20I<\/td>July 2025<\/td>100 off 29 balls<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>Shahid Afridi<\/td>Pakistan<\/td>37<\/td>Pakistan vs Sri Lanka, 2014 T20I<\/td>May 2014<\/td>100 off 37 balls, dominating performance<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>Martin Guptill<\/td>New Zealand<\/td>44<\/td>New Zealand vs South Africa, 2012 T20I<\/td>October 2012<\/td>100 off 44 balls, crucial knock for NZ<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>Brendon McCullum<\/td>New Zealand<\/td>46<\/td>New Zealand vs Australia, 2010 T20I<\/td>February 2010<\/td>100 off 46 balls, fast-paced inning<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>David Miller<\/td>South Africa<\/td>45<\/td>South Africa vs Bangladesh, 2017 T20I<\/td>April 2017<\/td>100 off 45 balls, stellar performance<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>Colin Munro<\/td>New Zealand<\/td>47<\/td>New Zealand vs Bangladesh, 2017 T20I<\/td>January 2017<\/td>100 off 47 balls, commanding century<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>Suresh Raina<\/td>India<\/td>48<\/td>India vs South Africa, 2010 T20I<\/td>May 2010<\/td>100 off 48 balls, consistent and aggressive<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>Alex Hales<\/td>England<\/td>51<\/td>England vs Sri Lanka, 2014 T20I<\/td>May 2014<\/td>100 off 51 balls, dominant hitting<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>Glenn Maxwell<\/td>Australia<\/td>53<\/td>Australia vs Sri Lanka, 2014 T20I<\/td>September 2014<\/td>100 off 53 balls, showcasing big-hitting ability<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Fastest Century in T20 International Cricket History List<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
S. No.<\/strong><\/th>Player<\/strong><\/th>Balls<\/strong><\/th>Match<\/strong><\/th>Date<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
1<\/td>Sahil Chauhan<\/td>27<\/td>Cyprus vs Estonia<\/td>17\/06\/2024<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>Sikandar Raza<\/td>33<\/td>Gambia vs Zimbabwe<\/td>23\/10\/2024<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton<\/td>33<\/td>Nepal vs Namibia<\/td>27\/02\/2024<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>Kushal Malla<\/td>34<\/td>Nepal vs Mongolia<\/td>27\/09\/2023<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>David Miller<\/td>35<\/td>South Africa vs Bangladesh<\/td>29\/10\/2017<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>Rohit Sharma<\/td>35<\/td>India vs Sri Lanka<\/td>22\/12\/2017<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>Sudesh Wickramasekara<\/td>35<\/td>Czech Republic vs Turkey<\/td>30\/08\/2019<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>Sivakumar Periyalwar<\/td>39<\/td>Romania vs Turkey<\/td>29\/08\/2019<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>Zeeshan Kukikhel<\/td>39<\/td>Hungary vs Austria<\/td>05\/06\/2022<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>Johnson Charles<\/td>39<\/td>West Indies vs South Africa<\/td>26\/03\/2023<\/td><\/tr>
11<\/td>Sanju Samson<\/td>40<\/td>Bangladesh vs India<\/td>2024<\/td><\/tr>
12<\/td>K Kadowaki-Fleming<\/td>40<\/td>Japan vs South Korea<\/td>15\/10\/2022<\/td><\/tr>
13<\/td>Ollie Hairs<\/td>40<\/td>Scotland vs Italy<\/td>24\/07\/2023<\/td><\/tr>
14<\/td>Hazratullah Zazai<\/td>42<\/td>Ireland vs Afghanistan<\/td>2019<\/td><\/tr>
15<\/td>Surya Kumar Yadav<\/td>45<\/td>Sri Lanka vs India<\/td>2023<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Top 10 Fastest 100 in T20 Cricket: IPL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
S.NO.<\/strong><\/td>PLAYER<\/strong><\/td>BALLS<\/strong><\/td>MATCH<\/strong><\/td>VENUE<\/strong><\/td>DATE<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
1<\/td>CH Gayle<\/td>35<\/td>Royal Challengers Bangalore v Pune Warriors<\/td>Bangalore<\/td>23 April 2013<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>YK Pathan<\/td>37<\/td>Rajasthan Royals v Mumbai Indians<\/td>Mumbai<\/td>13 March 2010<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>DA Miller<\/td>38<\/td>Kings XI Punjab v Royal Challengers Bangalore<\/td>Mohali<\/td>06 May 2013<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>AC Gilchrist<\/td>42<\/td>Deccan Chargers v Mumbai Indians<\/td>Mumbai<\/td>27 April 2008<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>AB de Villiers<\/td>43<\/td>Royal Challengers Bangalore v Gujarat Lions<\/td>Bangalore<\/td>14 May 2016<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>DA Warner<\/td>43<\/td>Sunrisers Hyderabad v Kolkata Knight Riders<\/td>Hyderabad<\/td>30 April 2017<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>ST Jayasuriya<\/td>45<\/td>Mumbai Indians v Chennai Super Kings<\/td>Mumbai<\/td>14 May 2008<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>MA Agarwal<\/td>45<\/td>Kings XI Punjab v Rajasthan Royals<\/td>Sharjah<\/td>27 Sep 2020<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>M Vijay<\/td>46<\/td>Chennai Super Kings v Rajasthan Royals<\/td>Chennai<\/td>03 April 2010<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>CH Gayle<\/td>46<\/td>Royal Challengers Bangalore v Kings XI Punjab<\/td>Bangalore<\/td>06 May 2011<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

T20 World Cup – Fastest Century in T20<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
S.No<\/strong><\/th>Player<\/strong><\/th>Balls<\/strong><\/th>Match<\/strong><\/th>Date<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
1<\/td>Chris Gayle<\/td>47<\/td>West Indies v England<\/td>16\/03\/2016<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>Chris Gayle<\/td>50<\/td>West Indies v South Africa<\/td>11\/09\/2007<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>Brendon McCullum<\/td>51<\/td>New Zealand v Bangladesh<\/td>21\/09\/2012<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>Rassie van der Dussen<\/td>52<\/td>South Africa v Bangladesh<\/td>27\/10\/2022<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>Ahmed Shehzad<\/td>58<\/td>Pakistan v Bangladesh<\/td>30\/03\/2014<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>Suresh Raina<\/td>59<\/td>India v South Africa<\/td>02\/05\/2010<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>Alex Hales<\/td>60<\/td>England v Sri Lanka<\/td>27\/03\/2014<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>Tamim Iqbal<\/td>60<\/td>Bangladesh v Oman<\/td>13\/03\/2016<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>Glenn Phillips<\/td>61<\/td>New Zealand v Sri Lanka<\/td>29\/10\/2022<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>Mahela Jayawardene<\/td>63<\/td>Sri Lanka v Zimbabwe<\/td>03\/05\/2010<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Highlights key matches and performances<\/h3>\n\n\n\n