In the 45th fixture of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a decisive victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) in a match largely dominated by RCB. GT posted a formidable total of 200/3 in their allotted 20 overs. However, RCB displayed an impressive batting performance, chasing down the target in just 16 overs with 9 wickets in hand.
Will Jacks emerged as the star of the match, smashing a scintillating century in a mere 41 balls. With this feat, he earned a place in the esteemed club of RCB players who have achieved the fastest century in IPL history.
Top 5 fastest centuries for RCB in the IPL history
1. Chris Gayle’s 30-ball blistering ton against Pune Warriors India, 2013
Chris Gyale vs PWI, 2013 (PC-Twitter)
Chris Gayle‘s thunderous knock of 175* in the 2013 IPL season remains etched in cricket folklore. The Jamaican powerhouse bludgeoned the Pune Warriors India (PWI) bowlers to all corners of the park, racing to a scintillating century off a mere 30 deliveries.
2. Will Jacks’ whirlwind century against Gujarat Titans, 2024
Will Jacks vs GT, 2024 (PC-Twitter)
Fast forward to 2024, and Jacks has joined this elite club of record-breakers with his astonishing century off just 41 balls against the GT. The young Englishman’s innings was a testament to his immense talent and fearless approach to batting.
Also READ: WATCH: 6,6,4,6,6 – Will Jacks destroys Rashid Khan to reach his maiden IPL hundred | GT vs RCB
3. AB de Villiers’ 43-ball masterclass vs Gujarat Lions, 2016
AB de Villiers vs GL, 2016 (PC-Twitter)
AB de Villiers, fondly known as “Mr. 360,” showcased his unparalleled batting genius in the 2016 IPL season. The South African maestro mesmerized fans with his audacious strokeplay, crafting a breathtaking century in just 43 balls against the Gujarat Lions (GL).
4. Chris Gayle’s explosive 46-ball century against Punjab Kings, 2011
Chris Gayle vs PBKS, 2011 (PC-Twitter)
The ‘Universe Boss’ has left an indelible mark on the IPL with his ferocious hitting. Gayle’s sheer dominance was on full display as he demolished the Punjab Kings (PBKS) bowling attack to notch up a century in just 46 balls during the 2011 season.
5. Gayle’s sensational 46-ball century vs PBKS, 2015
Chris Gayle vs PBKS, 2015 (PC-Twitter)
Gayle showcased his batting prowess once again with another blistering century in just 46 balls during the 2015 IPL season. His ferocious hitting left the opposition, Punjab Kings, reeling as he stamped his authority on the game.
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