Top 5 fastest fifties in IPL history

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a platform for explosive batting since its inception. Countless half-centuries have been seen in IPL history so far. Virat Kohli holds the record for scoring the most half-centuries, having scored a total of 69 half-centuries in his IPL career so far. But do you know which batsman has scored the fastest half-century in this league and in how many balls? In this article, we will know about the 5 fastest half-centuries in IPL history.

1. Yashasvi Jaiswal (Rajasthan Royals) - 13 balls (vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 2023)

Yashasvi Jaiswal registered his name in IPL history by scoring the fastest half-century ever in just 13 balls. This incredible feat took place in IPL 2023, against the Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens, Kolkata. Opening Rajasthan Royals' innings in pursuit of a target of 150 runs, Jaiswal tore into the KKR bowlers right from the first over. He smashed 26 runs in the first over bowled by Nitish Rana and continued his onslaught to reach his half-century in just 13 balls. His explosive innings of 98 not out off 47 balls led the Royals to an easy win.

2. KL Rahul (Kings XI Punjab) - 14 balls (vs Delhi Capitals, 2018)

KL Rahul, known for his flamboyant and sometimes steady batting, stunned everyone by scoring a half-century off 14 balls against Delhi Capitals (then Delhi Daredevils) on April 8, 2018. Playing for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) in their opening match of the season in Mohali, Rahul came out with an aggressive intent. He attacked the Delhi bowlers and completed his half-century in just 14 balls, breaking Sunil Narine's then record. Rahul's quick start laid the foundation for Punjab's victory.

3. Pat Cummins (Kolkata Knight Riders) - 14 balls (against Mumbai Indians, 2022)

Australian pacer Pat Cummins surprised everyone with his power-hitting by scoring a half-century in 14 balls against the Mumbai Indians in Pune on April 6, 2022. When the game seemed to be slipping out of hand, Cummins, who came in to bat at number 7 for Kolkata Knight Riders, launched a brilliant attack on the Mumbai bowlers. His stormy innings included several sixes and fours, helping KKR pull off an unexpected win. He completed his half-century in just 14 balls and equalled KL Rahul's record at the time.

4. Yusuf Pathan (Kolkata Knight Riders) - 15 balls (vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, 2014)

Yusuf Pathan was known for his aggressive batting, and he displayed it in full force against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Kolkata on May 24, 2014. Coming in to bat at a crucial position, Pathan took on the SRH bowlers. He smashed a quick half-century in just 15 balls, giving Kolkata Knight Riders the momentum in the match. His innings was filled with several powerful shots, and he played a key role in KKR's victory. Pathan's cricket score on that day was 72 runs, which he scored in just 22 balls.

5. Sunil Narine (Kolkata Knight Riders) - 15 balls (vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2017)

Sunil Narine, who is primarily known for his bowling, surprised everyone with his explosive batting at the top of the order for Kolkata Knight Riders. On May 7, 2017, Narine smashed a 15-ball half-century against Royal Challengers Bangalore in Bengaluru. His aggressive approach at the start of the innings put pressure on the RCB bowlers and gave KKR a great start. Narine's quick half-century played a key role in KKR's victory.

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