Australia’s Travis Head smashed the fourth fastest century in the history of the Indian Premier League when he reached the milestone in just 39 balls against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday, April 15.
Australian opener Travis Head set the M Chinnaswamy Stadium alight on Monday night, carving his name into the Indian Premier League record books with a blistering knock. Head’s knock against Royal Challengers Bangalore was a masterclass in power-hitting, propelling him to the fourth-fastest century in IPL history.
The southpaw reached the three-figure mark in just 39 balls, an innings laced with nine boundaries and a staggering eight sixes. His dominance left the RCB bowlers helpless as Sunrisers Hyderabad capitalized on Head’s brilliance to post a formidable total.
This knock further cements Head’s reputation as a dangerous batsman in T20 cricket. While he has established himself as a mainstay in Australia’s Test setup, his exploits in the IPL showcase his ability to thrive in the shortest format as well.
Head’s knock finds him in elite company. The top three fastest centuries in IPL history belong to Chris Gayle, Yusuf Pathan, and David Miller, all legendary hitters known for their explosive batting. To be bracketed alongside such names is a testament to the quality of Head’s innings.
The knock has sent shockwaves through the IPL, with fans and pundits alike raving about Head’s destructive display. This innings could be a turning point for Head’s IPL career, potentially attracting the attention of other franchises in the upcoming auctions.
With the IPL season still in its early stages, Head’s knock has set the bar high for other batsmen. It will be interesting to see if any player can surpass his feat and claim the title of the fastest IPL century. But for now, Travis Head reigns supreme as the owner of the fourth-quickest hundred in the history of the tournament.
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