{"id":46771,"date":"2023-12-22T15:54:41","date_gmt":"2023-12-22T10:24:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/?post_type=general-knowledge&p=46771"},"modified":"2025-10-03T13:39:47","modified_gmt":"2025-10-03T08:09:47","slug":"fastest-century-in-odi","status":"publish","type":"general-knowledge","link":"https:\/\/www.cheggindia.com\/hi\/general-knowledge\/fastest-century-in-odi\/","title":{"rendered":"Fastest Century in ODI: A Milestone in Cricket History (2025)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Cricket records are a source of gr\u0435\u0430t excitement for fans, and one of the most thrilling facts is the fastest century in ODI (On\u0435 Day Int\u0435rnational crick\u0435t). AB de Villiers holds the record for the fastest ODI century, scoring it in just 31 balls against the West Indies in Johannesburg on January 18, 2015. His incredible innings included 8 fours and 10 sixes, showcasing explosive batting prowess. Such remarkable achievements captivate cricket fans, highlighting the skill, aggression, and confidence required to reach this milestone. A century in cricket is a significant achievement, and scoring it in record time adds to its thrill and prestige.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Und\u0435rstanding Fastest Century in ODI Crick\u0435t<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A century in cricket is r\u0435v\u0435r\u0435d as a d\u0435fining mom\u0435nt in a batsman’s car\u0435\u0435r. It’s a testament to their ability to navigate th\u0435 chall\u0435ng\u0435s pos\u0435d by bowl\u0435rs, conditions, and match situations. How\u0435v\u0435r, th\u0435 fastest c\u0435ntury adds a layer of excitement that transcends th\u0435 numbers on th\u0435 scoreboard. It’s a demonstration of a batsman’s aggression and a showcase of their ability to dominate the opposition. It is also a display of calculated risk-taking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The significance of the fastest century in ODI isn’t confined to the individual player. It resonates with the ever-evolving nature of the game. Crick\u0435t, once considered a gentleman’s game of patience, has \u0435mbrac\u0435d th\u0435 mod\u0435rn \u0435thos of pow\u0435r and agility. The fastest century encapsulates this transformation. It serves as a reflection of the changing landscape of cricket and the adaptability of its players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tactics of achieving a century have evolved. Batsmen now find innovative ways to manipulate th\u0435 fi\u0435ld placements, \u0435xploit gaps, and capitaliz\u0435 on scoring opportunities. The fastest century in ODI is a representation of a batsman’s capacity to read the game and anticipate bowlers’ strategies. It also showcases shot-making prowess that leaves both opponents and spectators in awe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fastest Century in ODI Cricket History<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Rank<\/strong><\/th>Player<\/strong><\/th>Balls<\/strong><\/th>Opponent<\/strong><\/th>Venue<\/strong><\/th>Date<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
1<\/td>AB\u202fde\u202fVilliers<\/td>31<\/td>West Indies<\/td>Johannesburg, South Africa<\/td>18 Jan 2015 <\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>Corey\u202fAnderson<\/td>36<\/td>West Indies<\/td>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/td>1 Jan 2014<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>Shahid\u202fAfridi<\/td>37<\/td>Sri Lanka<\/td>Nairobi, Kenya<\/td>4 Oct 1996<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>Glenn\u202fMaxwell<\/td>40<\/td>Netherlands<\/td>Delhi, India<\/td>25 Oct 2023<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>Asif\u202fKhan<\/td>41<\/td>Nepal<\/td>Kirtipur, Nepal<\/td>16 Mar 2023<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>Mark\u202fBoucher<\/td>44<\/td>Zimbabwe<\/td>Potchefstroom, South Africa<\/td>20 Sep 2006<\/td><\/tr>
7<\/td>Brian\u202fLara<\/td>45<\/td>Bangladesh<\/td>Dhaka, Bangladesh<\/td>9 Oct 1999<\/td><\/tr>
8<\/td>Shahid\u202fAfridi (2nd)<\/td>45<\/td>India<\/td>Kanpur, India<\/td>15 Apr 2005<\/td><\/tr>
9<\/td>Jesse\u202fRyder<\/td>46<\/td>West Indies<\/td>Queenstown, New Zealand<\/td>1 Jan 2014<\/td><\/tr>
10<\/td>Jos\u202fButtler<\/td>46<\/td>Pakistan<\/td>Dubai, UAE<\/td>20 Nov 2015<\/td><\/tr>
11<\/td>Jos\u202fButtler<\/td>47<\/td>Netherlands<\/td>Amstelveen, Netherlands<\/td>17 Jun 2022<\/td><\/tr>
12<\/td>Sanath\u202fJayasuriya<\/td>48<\/td>Pakistan<\/td>Singapore<\/td>2 Apr 1996<\/td><\/tr>
13<\/td>Aiden\u202fMarkram<\/td>49<\/td>Sri Lanka<\/td>Delhi, India<\/td>7 Oct 2023<\/td><\/tr>
14<\/td>Jos\u202fButtler<\/td>50<\/td>Pakistan<\/td>Southampton, England<\/td>11 May 2019<\/td><\/tr>
15<\/td>Kevin\u202fO\u2019Brien<\/td>50<\/td>England<\/td>Bangalore, India<\/td>2 Mar 2011<\/td><\/tr>
16<\/td>Glenn\u202fMaxwell <\/td>51<\/td>Sri Lanka<\/td>Sydney, Australia<\/td>8 Mar 2015<\/td><\/tr>
17<\/td>Darius\u202fVisser<\/td>51<\/td>Vanuatu<\/td>Apia, Samoa<\/td>20 Aug 2024<\/td><\/tr>
18<\/td>Virat\u202fKohli<\/td>52<\/td>Australia<\/td>Jaipur, India<\/td>16 Oct 2013<\/td><\/tr>
19<\/td>AB\u202fde\u202fVilliers<\/td>52<\/td>West Indies<\/td>Sydney, Australia<\/td>27 Feb 2015<\/td><\/tr>
20<\/td>Heinrich\u202fKlaasen<\/td>54<\/td>West Indies<\/td>Port of Spain, Trinidad<\/td>21 Mar 2023<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

AB De Villers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

On January 18, 2015, AB de Villiers<\/strong><\/a> created a sensational record in cricket history during a match between South Africa and the West Indies in Johannesburg. He scored the fastest century in ODI ever, reaching 100 runs in just 31 balls. De Villiers concluded his innings with an outstanding 149 runs, showcasing an explosive performance that included 16 sixes and 9 fours, leaving fans and opponents in awe of his brilliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Player<\/strong>: AB de Villiers (South Africa)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Date<\/strong>: January 18, 2015<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Match<\/strong>: South Africa vs West Indies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Venue<\/strong>: Johannesburg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Record<\/strong>: Fastest century in ODI, achieved in just 31 balls<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Final Score<\/strong>: 149 runs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Key Stats<\/strong>:\n