The Indian Premier League (IPL) has witnessed some of the most explosive batting performances in cricket history. Among these, the record for the fastest century remains a testament to a player's dominance and prowess. Here's a look at the top 10 fastest centuries in IPL history:

 

Chris Gayle – 30 balls

Match Details: Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) vs. Pune Warriors India

Date: April 23, 2013

Score: 175* off 66 balls

Highlights: Gayle's innings is the gold standard of T20 batting, featuring 13 fours and 17 sixes. citeturn0search0

Yusuf Pathan – 37 balls

Match Details: Rajasthan Royals vs. Mumbai Indians

Date: March 13, 2010

Score: 100 off 37 balls

Highlights: Pathan's explosive knock included 9 fours and 8 sixes. citeturn0search0

David Miller – 38 balls

Match Details: Kings XI Punjab vs. Royal Challengers Bangalore

Date: May 6, 2013

Score: 101* off 38 balls

Highlights: Miller's innings featured 8 fours and 7 sixes. citeturn0search0

Travis Head – 39 balls

Match Details: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad

Date: April 15, 2024

Score: 100 off 39 balls

Highlights: Head's aggressive stroke play was on full display. citeturn0search0

Adam Gilchrist – 42 balls

Match Details: Deccan Chargers vs. Mumbai Indians

Date: April 27, 2008

Score: 100 off 42 balls

Highlights: Gilchrist's knock set the tone for aggressive batting in the IPL.

AB de Villiers – 43 balls

Match Details: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs. Gujarat Lions

Date: May 14, 2016

 

Score: 129* off 52 balls

Highlights: Dee Villiers' versatility and innovative stroke play were evident throughout his innings.

David Warner – 43 balls

Match Details: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Kolkata Knight Riders

Date: April 30, 2017

Score: 126 off 59 balls

Highlights: Warner's consistency and aggressive approach made him one of the top run-scorers in IPL history. 

Ishan Kishan – 45 balls

Match Details: Sunrisers Hyderabad vs. Rajasthan Royals

Date: March 23, 2025

Score: 100 off 45 balls

Highlights: Kishan's dynamic batting style was on full display.

Sanath Jayasuriya – 45 balls

Match Details: Mumbai Indians vs. Chennai Super Kings

Date: May 14, 2008

Score: 114 off 48 balls

Highlights: Jayasuriya's experience and power-hitting were evident in this innings.