Slowest Centuries in IPL History: In the fast-paced world of the Indian Premier League (IPL), centuries usually happen quickly with lots of boundaries and sixes. But sometimes, players need to be patient and carefully build their innings.
So let’s delve into the details of Slowest Centuries in IPL:
| Rank | Player | Team | Opposition | Score | Venue | Balls Taken to score 100 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virat Kohli | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Rajasthan Royals | 113* | Jaipur | 67 |
| 2 | Manish Pandey | Royal Challengers Bangalore | Deccan Chargers | 114 | Centurion | 67 |
| 3 | Sachin Tendulkar | Mumbai Indians | Kochi Tuskers Kerala | 100* | Mumbai | 66 |
| 4 | David Warner | Delhi Daredevils | Kolkata Knight Riders | 107* | Delhi | 66 |
| 5 | Jos Buttler | Rajasthan Royals | Mumbai Indians | 100 | Navi Mumbai | 66 |
1. Virat Kohli – 67 balls vs RR, IPL 2024
In the 19th match of IPL 2024, Virat Kohli etched his name into the record books by scoring his eighth IPL century. However, his innings of 113* off 72 balls against Rajasthan Royals in Jaipur also earned him the unwelcome distinction of jointly holding the record for the slowest centuries in IPL century ever. Despite his calculated effort, RCB ended up on the losing side as Rajasthan Royals chased down their target with ease.
2. Manish Pandey – 67 balls vs DC, IPL 2009
Manish Pandey made history in IPL 2009 by becoming the first Indian cricketer to score an IPL century. Opening the innings for RCB against Deccan Chargers, Pandey’s knock of 114* off 73 balls included 10 boundaries and four sixes. Completing his century in 67 balls, Pandey’s innings remains one of the slowest centuries in IPL history.
3. Sachin Tendulkar – 66 balls vs KTK, IPL 2011
The Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar showcased his adaptability to T20 cricket with a memorable century against Kochi Tuskers Kerala in IPL 2011. His innings of 100* off 66 balls, adorned with 12 boundaries and three sixes, came in a losing cause for Mumbai Indians. Despite his efforts, Kochi Tuskers Kerala emerged victorious with an impressive run chase.
4. David Warner – 66 balls vs KKR, IPL 2010
In IPL 2010, David Warner showcased his adaptability on a sluggish Delhi track with a century against Kolkata Knight Riders. Opening the innings for Delhi Daredevils, Warner’s unbeaten innings of 107* off 69 balls, including nine boundaries and five sixes, came in a match-winning effort as Delhi Daredevils defeated KKR by 40 runs.
5. Jos Buttler – 66 balls vs MI, IPL 2022
Rajasthan Royals opener Jos Buttler demonstrated his prowess with the bat during IPL 2022, bashing four centuries during the tournament. His first century of the season came off 66 balls against Mumbai Indians, with Buttler’s knock of 68 balls 100 playing a crucial role in Rajasthan Royals’ victory. Buttler’s innings was characterized by 11 boundaries and five sixes.
Top 5 Slowest Centuries in IPL History
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