In the adrenaline-fueled arena of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the quest for the fastest fifty is a thrilling pursuit that epitomizes the explosive nature of T20 cricket. This coveted milestone, achieved by batsmen unleashing a barrage of boundaries and towering sixes in record time, stands as a testament to their sheer power and precision at the crease.
From the blistering onslaughts of players like Yashasvi Jaiswal to the electrifying displays of Nicholas Pooran, the race to secure the title of the fastest fifty in IPL history ignites the passions of fans and players alike, encapsulating the essence of cricket’s most dynamic format.
The fastest fifty in IPL history is a record held by Yashasvi Jaiswal. He took just 13 balls to reach his fifty. Pat Cummins and KL Rahul are batting in second place after needing just 14 balls to score 50 runs. See the full list of the IPL’s fastest 50 players ever recorded.
Fastest 50 in IPL History
| Player | Balls | Total Runs | Against | Year |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 13 | 98* | KKR | 2023 |
| KL Rahul | 14 | 51 | DC | 2018 |
| Pat Cummins | 14 | 56* | MI | 2022 |
| Yusuf Pathan | 15 | 72 | SRH | 2014 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 15 | 62 | RCB | 2023 |
| Jake Fraser-McGurk | 15 | 84 | MI | 2024 |
| Sunil Narine | 15 | 54 | RCB | 2017 |
| Suresh Raina | 16 | 87 | PBKS | 2014 |
| Ishan Kishan | 16 | 84 | SRH | 2021 |
| Travis Head | 16 | 89 | DC | 2024 |
| Kieron Pollard | 17 | 51* | KKR | 2016 |
| Chris Gayle | 17 | 175* | PWI | 2013 |
| Sunil Narine | 17 | 50 | RCB | 2018 |
| Hardik Pandya | 17 | 91 | KKR | 2019 |
| Adam Gilchrist | 17 | 85 | Deccan Chargers | 2009 |
| Ishan Kishan | 17 | 62 | KKR | 2018 |
| Chris Morris | 17 | 82 | GL | 2016 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 17 | 77 | SRH | 2020 |
| Kieron Pollard | 17 | 87* | CSK | 2021 |
Fastest 50 in IPL (2008-2023) Highlights
Yashasvi Jaiswal, the highly talented youngster holds a record of fastest fifty in IPL history, playing with Rajasthan Royals (RR). He achieved this milestone on May 11, 2023, against Kolkata Knight Riders, reaching his fifty in just 13 balls. Jaiswal’s exceptional innings saw him finish unbeaten with 98 runs off 47 balls. KL Rahul, former captain of Punjab Kings and current skipper of Lucknow Super Giants, follows closely with the second-fastest fifty, scoring 51 off 14 balls against Delhi Capitals in 2018. Pat Cummins, also tied for the second-fastest fifty with Rahul, smashed an unbeaten 56 off 14 balls for KKR against MI in the 2022 IPL. Additionally, KKR’s Yusuf Pathan, Sunil Narine, and LSG’s Nicholas Pooran have also registered fifties off 15 balls in various IPL seasons.
Fastest 50 of IPL 2023
| Player | Balls | Team | Date |
| Yashasvi Jaiswal | 13 | Rajasthan Royals | 2023-05-11 |
| Nicholas Pooran | 15 | Lucknow Super Giants | 2023 |
| Jason Roy | 22 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2023-04-26 |
| Ajinkya Rahane | 19 | Chennai Super Kings | 2023 |
| Jos Buttler | 20 | Rajasthan Royals | 2023 |
| Shardul Thakur | 20 | Kolkata Knight Riders | 2023 |
| Shivam Dube | 20 | Chennai Super Kings | 2023 |
FAQs
Who has the fastest 50 fifty in IPL history?
Yashasvi Jaiswal from Rajasthan Royals recorded the quickest fifty in the 2023 IPL season. He accumulated a total of 98 runs, achieving his half-century in only 13 deliveries. Nicholas Pooran of Lucknow Super Giants followed closely, securing the second-fastest fifty of IPL 2023, reaching the milestone in 15 balls.
Who has the fastest 50 in IPL 2023?
Yashasvi Jaiswal’s 13 balls fifty was the fastest half century in IPL 2023.
