Heinrich Klaasen equals Yusuf Pathan's IPL record with fastest SRH century

Heinrich Klaasen's blistering 37-ball century for SRH not only matched Yusuf Pathan's IPL record but also set a new benchmark as the fastest century by an SRH batter, highlighting his explosive form in the 2024 IPL season.

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Sources: India TV News
Heinrich Klaasen delivered a spectacular performance in the IPL, scoring his second century off just 37 balls, equaling Yusuf Pathan's record for the fastest century by a Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) batter.

Klaasen's explosive innings decimated the Kolkata Knight Riders' bowling attack, showcasing his aggressive style and ability to dominate in the T20 format. This feat places him among the elite batters in IPL history, matching a record that has stood out for years.

"Heinrich Klaasen smashed his second IPL century, off just 37 balls, as he ripped apart the Kolkata Knight Riders' bowling attack into shreds," reports highlighted.

The record ties Klaasen with Yusuf Pathan, who previously held the fastest century record for SRH in the IPL.

For context, the fastest T20 centuries in India include Urvil Patel's 28-ball century for Gujarat against Tripura in 2024 and Chris Gayle's 30-ball century for RCB against PWI in 2013, underscoring the rarity and significance of Klaasen's achievement.

"Klaasen hit the fastest century by an SRH batter while equalling Yusuf Pathan's IPL record," the reports confirmed.

This innings not only cements Klaasen's reputation as a powerful T20 hitter but also adds a memorable chapter to IPL history, thrilling fans and setting a high benchmark for future performances.
Sources: India TV News
Heinrich Klaasen scored a blistering 37-ball century, equaling Yusuf Pathan's IPL record for the fastest century by a Sunrisers Hyderabad batter. Klaasen's explosive innings dismantled Kolkata Knight Riders' bowling, marking his second IPL century and highlighting his aggressive T20 prowess.
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The Headline

Klaasen equals IPL fastest century record for SRH

Key Facts
  • Heinrich Klaasen smashed his second IPL century off just 37 balls, dismantling the Kolkata Knight Riders' bowling attack.India TV News
  • Klaasen's century was the fastest by an SRH batter and equaled Yusuf Pathan's IPL record for the fastest century.India TV News
Key Stats at a Glance
Balls taken by Heinrich Klaasen for his second IPL century
37 balls
India TV News

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Background Context

Context: Fastest T20 centuries in India

Key Facts
  • Urvil Patel holds the record for the fastest T20 century in India, scoring off just 28 balls in Indore, 2024.India TV News
  • Chris Gayle scored a 30-ball century for RCB against Pune Warriors India in Bengaluru, 2013, one of the fastest in IPL history.India TV News
Key Stats at a Glance
Balls taken by Urvil Patel for fastest T20 century in India
28 balls
India TV News
Balls taken by Chris Gayle for IPL century
30 balls
India TV News
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