Zimbabwe’s captain, Sikandar Raza, has set a blazing new record in T20 cricket, scoring a century off just 33 balls against Gambia in a T20 World Cup Qualifier on October 23. Known for his aggressive batting style and precise shot placement, Raza has quickly become a global force, with even IPL teams vying for his talent, currently seen with the Punjab Kings.
Raza’s explosive performance leads us to revisit the top five fastest T20 centuries by players from full-member nations. Here’s a look:
1. Sikandar Raza (33 balls)
Raza smashed the record for the fastest century by a full-member player, making history in Zimbabwe’s big 343-run innings. His unbeaten 133 off 43 balls with stunning 15 sixes and 7 fours stunned the Gambia bowlers. Gambia in response could only manage 54 runs in 14.4 overs.
2. David Miller (35 balls)
South Africa’s David Miller sits in second, reaching his century in 35 balls against Bangladesh in 2017. He helped South Africa score 224, finishing with 101 not out from 36 balls. Bangladesh couldn’t match the score, being bowled out for 141.
3. Rohit Sharma (35 balls)
Indian skipper Rohit Sharma shares the record for a 35-ball ton, achieved against Sri Lanka in 2017. His 118 off 43 balls helped India reach 260. Sri Lanka fell short, all out for 172, giving India an 88-run win.
4. Johnson Charles (39 balls)
Johnson Charles’s powerful 39-ball century came in 2023 against South Africa. Charles scored 118 from 48 balls, but South Africa managed to chase down the massive target of 258 in 18.5 overs.
5. Sanju Samson (40 balls)
India’s Sanju Samson scored his 40-ball century against Bangladesh in a 2023 T20I series. Samson’s 111 from 47 balls helped India set an unmatchable target, which led to a 3-0 series win for India.
These players have all shown that with timing, strength, and confidence, even the toughest T20 records can be broken.
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