Top 5 Fastest Centuries In IPL

Poulomi Chakraborty

Priyansh Arya Scores Maiden IPL Ton (Source: AP Photos)Priyansh Arya Scores Maiden IPL Ton (Source: AP Photos)

As the IPL 2025 is going into more depth, the excitement is becoming unimaginable. In every match, fans are witnessing some unforgettable moments. While centuries are always thrilling in cricket, scoring one in the shortest format adds an extra layer of excitement.

On the big stage of the Indian Premier League, the batters have showcased their brilliance with some unforgettable knocks. With some of their centuries created some incredible records. In this article, we will explore the top 5 batters to score the fastest centuries in the IPL.

5. Priyansh Arya In 39 Balls Against CSK In IPL 2025

As the IPL 2025 has unfolded grandly, fans are enjoying some intense action on the field. As Punjab Kings face the Chennai Super Kings in the 22nd match of the tournament, PBKS’ opening batter Priyansh Arya grabbed the attention with a spectacular century. 

Standing on a crucial point, Arya smashed a hundred in just 39 balls and played a knock of 103 runs in 42 balls. With that, he becomes the fifth fastest batter to score a century in IPL.

4. Travis Head In 39 Balls Against RCB In IPL 2024

In the cricket world, Travis Head is known for his batting brilliance. Even IPL is not different for him, as the batter played some iconic knocks for the Sunrisers Hyderabad. But in IPL 2024, Head grabbed the attention after smashing a 39-ball century against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru. 

While opening the innings, he played an explosive knock of 102 runs in just 41 deliveries with a strike rate of 248.78. With that, he is standing in the fourth position on the points table.

3. David Miller In 38 Balls Against RCB In IPL 2013

Known for outstanding power-hitting abilities, David Miller has been showcasing his excellence in the IPL arena for a long time. In the IPL 2013, Miller grabbed attention with a spectacular knock. 

While chasing down the 191-run total against RCB, Miller brought his magic on the field. He crossed the century mark in just 38 deliveries and remained unbeaten. That knock made him the third fastest batter to smash fast IPL hundreds.

2. Yusuf Pathan In 37 Balls Against MI In IPL 2010

In Indian cricket, Yusuf Pathan is a big name as the hard-hitter entertained fans with some unbelievable knocks. While playing the IPL, he didn’t miss any chance to showcase his brilliance. 

In IPL 2010, his century against the Mumbai Indians etched his name in history. In that match, he scored a 37-ball hundred with a whopping strike rate of 270.27 and became the second fastest batter to score a hundred in IPL.

1. Chris Gayle In 30 Balls vs PWI In IPL 2013

The top spot on the list is taken by the Universe Boss himself. The world of cricket has not witnessed many talents like Chris Gayle as his perfect timing, aggressive batting style, and six-hitting prowess have made him a legend over time. Even in the IPL arena, he has created some exceptional milestones. 

In IPL 2013, he smashed the fastest IPL hundred in IPL till now. After smashing a hundred in just 30 balls, he played an unbelievable knock of 175 runs in just 66 balls and remained unbeaten. That has been recorded as one of the iconic milestones of the tournament.