Indian batsmen have made significant contributions to the T20I format, setting records for the fastest centuries that highlight their explosive skills.
Among these players, Rohit Sharma stands out with a phenomenal 35-ball century, leading the list of the quickest T20I tons by Indians.
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Following Rohit is Sanju Samson who made headlines against Bangladesh in Hyderabad, where he became the second-fastest Indian to score a century in T20 Internationals.
Achieving this milestone in just 40 balls, Samson's innings featured an explosive display of hitting, including nine fours and eight sixes.
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Fastest Centuries for India in T20Is
Here’s a look at the fastest centuries scored by Indian batsmen in T20 Internationals:
| Player | Balls | Opponent | Venue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 35 | Sri Lanka | Indore | 2017 |
| Sanju Samson | 40 | Bangladesh | Hyderabad | 2024 |
| Tilak Varma | 41 | South Africa | Johannesburg | 2024 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 45 | Sri Lanka | Rajkot | 2023 |
| KL Rahul | 46 | West Indies | Lauderhill | 2016 |
| Abhishek Sharma | 46 | Zimbabwe | Harare | 2024 |
| Sanju Samson | 47 | South Africa | Durban | 2024 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 48 | England | Nottingham | 2022 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 49 | New Zealand | Mount Maunganui | 2022 |
| Sanju Samson | 51 | South Africa | Johannesburg | 2024 |
| Tilak Varma | 51 | South Africa | Centurion | 2024 |
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