In the 45th game of 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) secured a decisive victory over Gujarat Titans (GT) in a game that was largely dominated by RCB. GT posted an impressive total of 200/3 in his allotted 20 overs. However, RCB put up an impressive batting performance and chased down the target in just 16 overs with 9 wickets in hand.
Will Jacks proved to be the star of the game, hitting a scintillating century in just 41 balls. With this performance, he secured a place in the prestigious club of RCB players who have reached the fastest century in IPL history.
The five fastest centuries for RCB in IPL history
1. Chris Gayle’s 30-ball knock against Pune Warriors India, 2013
Chris GayleThe thunderous knock of 175* in the 2013 IPL season remains enshrined in cricketing folklore. The Jamaican powerhouse beat them Pune Warriors India (PWI) Bowlers to all corners of the park, racing to a glittering century in just 30 throws.
2. Will Jacks’ turbulent century against Gujarat Titans, 2024
Fast forward to 2024 and Jacks has joined this elite club of record breakers with his astonishing century from just 41 balls against the GT. The young Englishman’s innings was a testament to his immense talent and fearless approach to batting.
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3. AB de Villiers’ 43-ball masterclass against Gujarat Lions, 2016
AB de Villiers, affectionately known as “Mr. 360” showed his unparalleled batting genius in the 2016 IPL season. The South African maestro mesmerized fans with his bold strokeplay and scored a stunning century in just 43 balls Gujarat Lions (GL).
4. Chris Gayle’s explosive 46-ball century against the Punjab Kings, 2011
The ‘Universe Boss’ has left an indelible mark in the IPL with his ferocious batting. Gayle’s sheer dominance was on full display as he destroyed that Punjab Kings (PBKS) In the 2011 season, he managed to add a century to his bowling attack in just 46 balls.
5. Gayle’s sensational 46-ball century against PBKS, 2015
Gayle once again showcased his batting prowess in the 2015 IPL season with another stunning century in just 46 balls. His fierce knock left the opposition, the Punjab Kings, reeling as he stamped his authority on the game.