The Punjab Kings batter blazed to a 39-ball hundred, scripting history against Chennai Super Kings
In a breathtaking display of power-hitting, Priyansh Arya etched his name into IPL history by smashing the fastest-ever century against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the second-fastest IPL century by a Punjab Kings (PBKS) player. The 24-year-old’s whirlwind innings came off just 39 balls, lighting up the Mullanpur stadium and rescuing PBKS from a precarious start.
A Lone Warrior Amid Early Collapse
Batting first, Punjab Kings faced early trouble, with Prabhsimran Singh (0), Shreyas Iyer (9), Marcus Stoinis (4), and Nehal Wadhera (9) falling cheaply. Reduced to 81/4, the pressure was on. But Arya showed nerves of steel, counter-attacking with flair and aggression.
Blazing Knock of 103 off 42
Arya’s magnificent 103-run knock off 42 balls included 7 fours and 9 towering sixes, sending the CSK bowlers on a leather hunt. Despite wickets falling at the other end, he maintained an aggressive tempo, showcasing his wide range of strokes and clean hitting.
IPL Records Shattered by Priyansh Arya
With his performance, Arya joined elite company on the list of fastest IPL centuries:
| Player | Balls Taken | Team | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle | 30 | RCB | PWI | Bengaluru |
| Yusuf Pathan | 37 | RR | MI | Mumbai |
| David Miller | 38 | KXIP | RCB | Mohali |
| Travis Head | 39 | SRH | RCB | Bengaluru |
| Priyansh Arya | 39 | PBKS | CSK | Mullanpur |
- Fastest century vs CSK in IPL history
- 2nd fastest by a PBKS batter, only behind David Miller (38 balls)
- 2nd fastest IPL century by an Indian, behind Yusuf Pathan (37 balls)
- Joint 4th fastest in IPL history
A Star in the Making
Arya’s record-smashing innings is already being hailed as one of the best of the season. At just 24 years old, he’s now a name to watch, especially with such clutch performances under pressure.
