Scoring a fifty in cricket is no easy feat, but doing it in record time? That’s pure brilliance. The IPL has many records over the years, with players smashing fifties in just a handful of balls.
Yashasvi Jaiswal holds the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history, in just 13 balls against KKR. Right behind him are Lokesh Rahul and Pat Cummins, both reaching their fifties in 14 balls.
In this blog, we’ll share the fastest fifties in IPL history and other key stats of the top 10 players who have made records of the fastest fifty in IPL.
Top 10 Fastest Fifties in IPL History
In the table below, I’ve shared the top 10 fastest fifties players’ names, including team, opponent team, venue, and more:
| Rank | Player | Team | Balls | Opponent | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yashasvi Jaiswal | RR | 13 | KKR | Kolkata | 11-May-2023 |
| 2 | Lokesh Rahul | KXI | 14 | DC | Mohali | 08-Apr-2018 |
| 3 | Pat Cummins | KKR | 14 | MI | Pune | 06-Apr-2022 |
| 4 | YK Pathan | KKR | 15 | SRH | Kolkata | 24-May-2014 |
| 5 | Sunil Narine | KKR | 15 | RCB | Bangalore | 07-May-2017 |
| 6 | Nicholas Pooran | LSG | 15 | RCB | Bengaluru | 10-Apr-2023 |
| 7 | Jake Fraser-McGurk | DC | 15 | SRH | Delhi | 20-Apr-2024 |
| 8 | Jake Fraser-McGurk | DC | 15 | MI | Delhi | 27-Apr-2024 |
| 9 | Suresh Raina | CSK | 16 | KXI | Mumbai | 30-May-2014 |
| 10 | Ishan Kishan | MI | 16 | SRH | Abu Dhabi | 08-Oct-2021 |
Now that you know all the top 10 players, let’s see their performance in each match:
1. Yashasvi Jaiswal (13 balls) – RR vs KKR, 2023
On May 11, 2023, at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Rajasthan Royals (RR) opener Yashasvi Jaiswal set a new IPL record by scoring the fastest fifty, reaching the milestone in just 13 balls against the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Jaiswal’s explosive innings included 12 fours and 5 sixes, culminating in an unbeaten 98 runs off 47 balls.
This remarkable performance propelled RR to a dominant nine-wicket victory, successfully chasing down KKR’s target of 150 runs in just 13.1 overs. Jaiswal’s innings not only secured the win but also earned him the ‘Player of the Match’ award.
2. Lokesh Rahul (14 balls) – KXI vs DC, 2018
Lokesh Rahul holds the record for the second-fastest fifty in IPL history, achieving this remarkable feat in just 14 balls. Representing Kings XI Punjab (KXIP), Rahul set this record against the Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals) on April 8, 2018, at the IS Bindra Stadium in Mohali.
In that match, Delhi Daredevils batted first and posted a total of 166/7 in their 20 overs. Chasing 167, KXIP got off to a flying start, thanks to Rahul’s explosive batting.
He reached his half-century in just 14 balls, hitting six fours and four sixes. His innings set the tone for KXIP’s chase, and they successfully reached the target, finishing at 167/4 in 18.5 overs, thereby winning the match by six wickets.
3. Pat Cummins (14 balls) – KKR vs MI, 2022
Pat Cummins ranks third for the fastest fifties in IPL history. On April 6, 2022, while playing for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) against the Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium in Pune, Cummins blasted a 14-ball fifty, equaling the then-record for the fastest half-century in the tournament.
In that match, MI posted a total of 161/4 in their 20 overs. In response, KKR chased down the target in just 16 overs, finishing at 162/5. Cummins’ explosive innings, which included 56 not out off 15 balls, was instrumental in KKR’s five-wicket victory with 24 balls to spare.
4. Yusuf Pathan (15 balls) – KKR vs SRH, 2014
Yusuf Pathan holds the record for the third-fastest fifty in IPL history, reaching the milestone in just 15 balls. This explosive inning occurred on May 24, 2014, when Pathan played for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Chasing a target of 161 runs, KKR aimed to achieve the total within 15.2 overs to secure the second spot in the points table.
Pathan’s blistering knock of 72 runs off 22 balls, featuring five fours and seven sixes, propelled KKR to victory in just 14.2 overs, winning by four wickets and ensuring their advantageous position in the playoffs.
5. Sunil Narine (15 balls) – KKR vs RCB, 2017
On May 7, 2017, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) faced Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in a memorable IPL match. Chasing a target of 159, KKR’s Sunil Narine opened the innings and delivered a blistering performance, scoring a half-century in just 15 balls—the joint-fastest fifty in IPL history at that time.
His explosive innings included six fours and four sixes, totaling 54 runs off 17 deliveries. Narine’s remarkable performance earned him the Player of the Match award. KKR comfortably won the match by six wickets, reaching the target in 15.1 overs.
6. Nicholas Pooran (15 balls) – LSG vs RCB, 2023
On April 10, 2023, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru, Nicholas Pooran of the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) delivered a remarkable performance against the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). He scored a blistering half-century in just 15 balls, marking the fastest fifty of the IPL 2023 season and tying for the second-fastest in IPL history. Pooran’s explosive innings included 4 fours and 7 sixes, culminating in a total of 62 runs off 19 deliveries.
Chasing a target of 213 runs set by RCB, LSG faced early setbacks but was propelled by Pooran’s rapid scoring. His aggressive batting shifted the momentum, leading LSG to a thrilling one-wicket victory in a dramatic final over. Despite Pooran’s heroics, the Player of the Match award was bestowed upon Marcus Stoinis for his impactful contribution of 65 runs off 30 balls, which played a crucial role in stabilizing LSG’s innings after early losses.
7. Jake Fraser-McGurk (15 balls) – DC vs SRH, 2024
Jake Fraser-McGurk ranks seventh for the fastest fifties in IPL history, achieving this milestone in just 15 balls. Playing for the Delhi Capitals (DC) against the Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi on April 20, 2024, Fraser-McGurk’s explosive innings were a standout performance in the match.
In that game, SRH batted first and posted a formidable total of 266 for 7 in their 20 overs. Travis Head was the star performer, scoring a blistering 89 off 32 balls. Shahbaz Ahmed also contributed significantly with an unbeaten 59 off 32 balls.
In response, DC faced an uphill battle. Fraser-McGurk provided a glimmer of hope with his rapid 65 off 18 balls, reaching his fifty in just 15 deliveries. Abishek Porel also played notable innings, scoring 42 off 22 balls. Despite these efforts, DC was bowled out for 199 in 19.1 overs, falling short by 67 runs.
8. Jake Fraser-McGurk (15 balls) – DC vs MI, 2024
Jake Fraser-McGurk holds the record for the eighth-fastest fifty in IPL history, achieving this milestone in just 15 balls. Representing the Delhi Capitals (DC), he accomplished this feat against the Mumbai Indians (MI) on April 27, 2024, at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
In that match, Fraser-McGurk’s explosive innings of 84 runs off 27 balls set the tone for DC’s formidable total of 257/4. Key contributions also came from Shai Hope and Rishabh Pant, bolstering DC’s innings. In response, MI fought valiantly, with notable performances by Tilak Varma, who scored 63 off 32 balls, and Hardik Pandya, who added 46 off 24 balls. Despite their efforts, MI fell short, concluding their innings at 247/9, resulting in a 10-run victory for DC.
9. Suresh Raina (16 balls) – CSK vs KXI, 2014
Suresh Raina holds the ninth spot for the fastest fifties in IPL history, achieving this milestone in just 16 balls. Representing the Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Raina’s explosive innings came against the Kings XI Punjab (KXIP) during Qualifier 2 of the 2014 IPL season. The match took place at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on May 30, 2014.
In this high-scoring encounter, KXIP batted first, amassing a formidable total of 226 for 6, propelled by Virender Sehwag’s scintillating 122 off 58 balls. In response, CSK’s chase was electrified by Raina’s rapid 87 off 25 balls, reaching his fifty in just 16 deliveries. Despite Raina’s heroics, CSK fell short, finishing at 202 for 7, handing KXIP a 24-run victory.
10. Ishan Kishan (16 balls) – MI vs SRH, 2021
On October 8, 2021, at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi, Mumbai Indians (MI) faced Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in a crucial IPL 2021 match. MI’s opener, Ishan Kishan, delivered a blistering performance, scoring a half-century in just 16 balls—the fastest of the season and the joint third-fastest in IPL history.
His explosive innings included 11 fours and 4 sixes, culminating in a total of 84 runs off 32 deliveries. Despite Kishan’s heroics, MI couldn’t secure a playoff spot due to net run rate calculations.
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Conclusion: Yashaswi Jaiswal Holds The Record For Fastest Fifties In IPL
Yashasvi Jaiswal currently holds the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history, reaching the milestone in just 13 balls. However, he’s not alone in the race for blistering fifties. Players like Lokesh Rahul and Pat Cummins have also made their mark, smashing fifties in just 14 balls.
With the IPL being an annual spectacle, these records are always up for grabs. As the 2025 season approaches, it’ll be exciting to see if any player can break Jaiswal’s record and set a new benchmark for the fastest fifty!
