Discover the fastest centuries in T20 World Cup history from 2007 to 2024. T20 cricket is known for explosive batting, and these record-breaking centuries highlight players who reached 100 runs in the fewest balls. From Chris Gayle’s unforgettable knock to other lightning-fast hundreds, these innings showcase thrilling, power-packed performances that left fans amazed. Explore how top players pushed boundaries, set new records, and changed the way we watch T20 cricket. This list celebrates incredible talent, dedication, and the thrill of quick scoring that defines the spirit of the T20 World Cup.
Fastest Hundred (100) in T20 World Cup from 2007 to 2024
| Rank | Player | Team | Balls Taken To Reach 100 | Against | Venue | Year |
| 1 | Chris Gayle | West Indies | 47 | England | Mumbai | 2016 |
| 2 | Chris Gayle | West Indies | 50 | South Africa | Johannesburg | 2007 |
| 3 | Brendon McCullum | New Zealand | 51 | Bangladesh | Pallekele | 2012 |
| 4 | Rilee Rossouw | South Africa | 52 | Bangladesh | Sydney | 2022 |
| 5 | Ahmed Shehzad | Pakistan | 58 | Bangladesh | Mirpur | 2014 |
| 6 | Suresh Raina | India | 59 | South Africa | Gros Islet | 2010 |
| 7 | Alex Hales | England | 60 | Sri Lanka | Chattogram | 2014 |
| 8 | Tamim Iqbal | Bangladesh | 60 | Oman | Dharamsala | 2016 |
| 9 | Glenn Phillips | New Zealand | 61 | Sri Lanka | Sydney | 2022 |
| 10 | Mahela Jayawardene | Sri Lanka | 63 | Zimbabwe | Guyana | 2010 |
Chris Gayle (West Indies) – 47 balls vs England, 2016
Chris Gayle holds the record for the fastest century in T20 World Cup history and is the only player to have scored two centuries in the tournament. Facing a challenging target of 183 set by England in Mumbai, Gayle delivered a blistering unbeaten 100 off just 47 balls, featuring 5 fours and an impressive 11 sixes. His powerful innings led the West Indies to victory by 6 wickets, showcasing his incredible hitting ability and cementing his legacy in T20 cricket.
Chris Gayle (West Indies) – 50 balls vs South Africa, 2007
Chris Gayle also scored the second-fastest century in T20 World Cup history. In the very first match of the 2007 World T20, Gayle made 117 off just 57 balls against the hosts South Africa in Johannesburg. His century came off just 50 balls. It remains the only T20 World Cup hundred in a losing cause.
Brendon McCullum (New Zealand) – 51 balls vs Bangladesh, 2012
Former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum holds the distinction of scoring the third-fastest century in T20 World Cup history. In the 2012 match against Bangladesh in Pallekele, he blasted an impressive 123 runs, marking the highest individual score in T20 World Cup history. McCullum reached his century in just 51 balls, showcasing his powerful batting skills. His incredible performance led New Zealand to a convincing 59-run victory over Bangladesh.
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Rilee Rossouw (South Africa) – 52 balls vs Bangladesh, 2022
Rilee Rossouw made history as the first South African to score a century in a T20 World Cup, achieving this milestone in the 2022 match against Bangladesh. He reached his century in just 52 balls, smashing 7 fours and 8 sixes along the way. Rossouw’s impressive knock helped South Africa post a commanding total of 205 runs, which they defended comfortably to secure victory.
Ahmed Shehzad (Pakistan) – 58 balls vs Bangladesh, 2014
Ahmed Shehzad made history as the first Pakistan player to score a century in a T20 World Cup. In the 2014 match against Bangladesh, Shehzad opened the innings and delivered an impressive 111 runs off only 58 balls. His powerful performance included 10 fours and 5 sixes, setting up a strong total for Pakistan. This remarkable century helped Pakistan secure a convincing 50-run victory, cementing Shehzad’s place in the record books of T20 cricket.
Suresh Raina (India) – 59 balls vs South Africa, 2010
Suresh Raina’s 59-ball century against South Africa in the 2010 T20 World Cup ranks as the sixth-fastest hundred in tournament history. This remarkable feat highlighted his skill in building a big score rapidly, even in high-pressure situations. With this century, Raina became the first Indian cricketer to score hundreds across all three formats of the game. His powerful innings helped India secure a 14-run victory, marking a memorable win and an impressive achievement for Raina on the international stage.
Alex Hales (England) – 60 balls vs Sri Lanka, 2014
In the 2007 T20 World Cup, England’s Alex Hales scored an impressive century off just 60 balls in a game against Sri Lanka. While chasing a target of 190, Hales played a brilliant innings, guiding his team to victory in the final over. He remained unbeaten with a score of 116, hitting 11 fours and 6 sixes. Despite this defeat, Sri Lanka went on to win the tournament, making Hales’ knock even more memorable as it marked their only loss in the competition.
Tamim Iqbal (Bangladesh) – 60 balls vs Oman, 2016
In the 2016 T20 World Cup, Bangladesh opener Tamim Iqbal displayed his aggressive batting and quick scoring ability with a remarkable 60-ball century. In a crucial must-win match against Oman during the first round, Tamim remained unbeaten on 103 runs, guiding Bangladesh to a total of 180 runs in 20 overs. His powerful knock played a key role in securing a 54-run victory for Bangladesh, which was determined using the DLS method. Tamim’s performance highlighted both his attacking style and his capacity to anchor the innings under pressure.
Glenn Phillips (New Zealand) – 61 balls vs Sri Lanka, 2022
Glenn Phillips played a remarkable innings, scoring 104 runs off 61 balls against Sri Lanka in the 2022 T20 World Cup. While other batsmen found it difficult to time the ball on a challenging pitch, Phillips delivered an exceptional performance, hitting 10 fours and 4 sixes. His score of 104 was far ahead of the next highest total in the innings, which was just 22 runs. Thanks to his brilliant century, New Zealand went on to win the match by 65 runs, securing a dominant victory.
Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka) – 63 balls vs Zimbabwe, 2010
In the 2010 T20 World Cup, Mahela Jayawardena scored a stunning century off 63 balls. Batting first on a challenging pitch in Guyana, he managed to hit 100 runs, guiding Sri Lanka to a total of 173. His knock included 10 boundaries and 4 sixes. This match was crucial for Sri Lanka, as they were coming off a loss to New Zealand in their previous game. Mahela’s performance played a key role in their comeback and helped them regain momentum in the tournament.
Fastest Century in T20 Internationals
- Sahil Chauhan (Estonia vs Cyprus, 2024) – 27 balls
- Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe vs Gambia, 2024) – 33 balls
- Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton (Namibia vs Nepal, 2024) – 33 balls
- Kushal Malla (Nepal vs Mongolia, 2023) – 34 balls
- David Miller (South Africa vs Bangladesh, 2017) – 35 balls
- Rohit Sharma (India vs Sri Lanka, 2017) – 35 balls
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Fastest Century in T20 Cricket
- Sahil Chauhan (Estonia vs Cyprus, 2024) – 27 balls
- Chris Gayle (RCB vs PWI, 2013) – 30 balls
- Rishabh Pant (Delhi vs Himachal Pradesh, 2018) – 32 balls
- Sikandar Raza (Zimbabwe vs Gambia, 2024) – 33 balls
- Wihan Lubbe (North West vs Limpopo, 2018) – 33 balls
- Jan Nicol Loftie-Eaton (Namibia vs Nepal, 2024) – 33 balls
FAQ’s
Who scored the fastest 100 in Men’s T20 World Cup?
Chris Gayle holds the record for the fastest hundred in the T20 World Cup. He took 47 balls to reach 100 against England at Mumbai in 2016.
Who scored the fastest 100 in T20 history?
Sahil Chauhan from Estonia holds the world record for the fastest century in T20 internationals. He scored 100 runs in just 27 balls against Cyprus on June 17, 2024. This is also the fastest century in all T20 cricket. The fastest T20I century by a player from a Test-playing nation was made by Sikandar Raza of Zimbabwe, who reached 100 runs in 33 balls.
Which Indian player has the fastest century in T20 cricket?
Rishabh Pant holds the record for the fastest century in T20 cricket by an Indian. He scored 100 runs in just 32 balls against Himachal Pradesh in 2018. Rohit Sharma holds the record for the fastest T20 century in international cricket, reaching 100 runs in 35 balls against Sri Lanka in 2017.
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