The Indian Premier League (IPL) is known for exciting matches and explosive batting. Some players have made history by scoring the fastest centuries in IPL. Here’s a simple look at the players who scored hundreds in very few balls.

List of Fastest IPL Centuries (2008-2025)

Chris Gayle – The Fastest Century (2013)

• Team: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
• Opponent: Pune Warriors
• Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore
• Date: 23 April 2013

Chris Gayle smashed a century in just 30 balls, which is still the fastest in IPL. He scored an unbeaten 175 runs with 13 fours and 17 sixes, helping RCB win easily.

Vaibhav Suryavanshi – Youngest Centurion (2025)

• Team: Rajasthan Royals (RR)
• Opponent: Gujarat Titans
• Venue: Rajasthan
• Date: 28 April 2025

At just 14 years old, Vaibhav Suryavanshi hit a century in 35 balls. His knock of 101 runs* made him the youngest player to score a century in IPL history.

Yusuf Pathan – Powerful Hitter (2010)

• Team: Rajasthan Royals (RR)
• Opponent: Mumbai Indians
• Venue: Mumbai
• Date: 13 March 2010

Yusuf Pathan scored a century in 37 balls. Although his team lost, his innings is still remembered for amazing hitting.

David Miller – Killer Finish (2013)

• Team: Kings XI Punjab (KXIP)
• Opponent: RCB
• Venue: Mohali
• Date: 6 May 2013

David Miller rescued his team with a brilliant 38-ball century. He played a big role in Punjab’s famous win that night.

Travis Head – Fast and Furious (2024)

• Team: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
• Opponent: RCB
• Venue: Bengaluru
• Date: 15 April 2024

Travis Head smashed a 39-ball century, helping SRH post a huge score.

Priyansh Arya – New Star (2025)

• Team: Punjab Kings (PBKS)
• Opponent: Chennai Super Kings (CSK)
• Venue: Mullanpur
• Date: 8 April 2025

Priyansh Arya scored 103 runs off 42 balls, reaching his century in 39 balls. He became one of the fastest Indians to score an IPL century.

Abhishek Sharma – Lightning Strike (2025)

• Team: Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH)
• Opponent: Punjab Kings
• Venue: Hyderabad
• Date: 12 April 2025

Abhishek Sharma hit a 40-ball century, playing a stunning innings for SRH.

Will Jacks – English Power (2024)

• Team: RCB
• Opponent: Gujarat Titans
• Venue: Ahmedabad
• Date: 28 April 2024

Will Jacks blasted a quick 41-ball century for RCB.

Adam Gilchrist – The Early Hero (2008)

• Team: Deccan Chargers
• Opponent: Mumbai Indians
• Venue: Mumbai
• Date: 27 April 2008

Adam Gilchrist scored a 42-ball century in IPL’s first season, setting early excitement for the league.

AB de Villiers – Mr. 360 Magic (2016)

• Team: RCB
• Opponent: Gujarat Lions
• Venue: Bangalore
• Date: 14 May 2016

AB de Villiers showed his 360-degree style with a 43-ball century, thrilling the crowd.