Adam Gilchrist (Deccan Chargers) – 42 balls vs Mumbai Indians at Mumbai on 27th April 2008
Former Australian wicket-keeper batsman Adam Gilchrist was one of the greatest wicket-keeper batsmen in international cricket history.
In the 14th game of the first IPL (2008), Deccan Chargers wicket-keeper batsman Adam Gilchrist thrashed his opponent Mumbai Indians (MI) with his firing centurion knock. Chasing down the 155 runs target at the away venue, opening batsman Gilchrist dominated the opposition bowlers while his opening partner and captain VVS Laxman provided the proper support from the other end.
Gilchrist completed his century in just 42 balls, which became the fastest IPL century at that time. The left-handed batsman scored 109 not out off just 47 balls (9 fours and 10 sixes). Gilchrist and Laxman (37 not out) set up the 155 runs partnership (12 overs) for the unbroken first wicket as Deccan Chargers won that match by 10 wickets. It was their first victory in the IPL history.