Top 20 Fastest Century In ODI History (2024 List)

One-Day International (ODI) cricket has witnessed some extraordinary batting performances over the years. Among these, the fastest centuries hold a special place, showcasing the incredible skill and power-hitting abilities of batsmen. 

In this article, we’ll explore the top 20 fastest centuries in ODI history, take a closer look at the top 10 record-holders, and highlight the quickest tons scored in ODI World Cups.

Top 20 Fastest Centuries In ODI

The race to score the fastest century in ODI cricket has seen many remarkable innings. Here’s a table presenting the top 20 players who have achieved this feat:

S.N.	Player Name	Balls	Runs	6s	4s	Team	Opponent	Venue	Date
1	AB de Villiers	31	149	16	9	South Africa	West Indies	Johannesburg	18/01/2015
2	CJ Anderson	36	131*	14	6	New Zealand	West Indies	Queenstown	01/01/2014
3	Shahid Afridi	37	102	11	6	Pakistan	Sri Lanka	Nairobi	04/10/1996
4	Glenn Maxwell	40	106	8	9	Australia	Netherlands	Delhi	25/10/2023
5	Asif Khan	41	101*	11	4	UAE	Nepal	Kirtipur	16/03/2023
6	MV Boucher	44	147*	10	8	South Africa	Zimbabwe	Potchefstroom	20/09/2006
7	BC Lara	45	117	4	18	West Indies	Bangladesh	Dhaka	09/10/1999
8	Shahid Afridi	45	102	9	10	Pakistan	India	Kanpur	15/04/2005
9	JD Ryder	46	104	5	12	New Zealand	West Indies	Queenstown	01/01/2014
10	JC Buttler	46	116*	8	10	England	Pakistan	Dubai (DSC)	20/11/2015
11	JC Buttler	47	162*	14	7	England	Netherlands	Amstelveen	17/06/2022
12	ST Jayasuriya	48	134	11	11	Sri Lanka	Pakistan	Singapore	02/04/1996
13	Aiden Markram	49	106	3	14	South Africa	Sri Lanka	Delhi	07/10/2023
14	JC Buttler	50	110*	6	9	England	Pakistan	Southampton	11/05/2019
15	KJ O’Brien	50	113	6	13	Ireland	England	Bangalore	02/03/2011
16	GJ Maxwell	51	102	4	10	Australia	Sri Lanka	Sydney	08/03/2015
17	Darius Visser	51	132	14	5	Samoa	Vanuatu	Apia (No 2)	20/08/2024
18	V Kohli	52	100*	7	8	India	Australia	Jaipur	16/10/2013
19	AB de Villiers	52	162*	8	17	South Africa	West Indies	Sydney	27/02/2015
20	Shahid Afridi	53	124	4	17	Pakistan	Bangladesh	Dambulla	21/06/2010

Balls: Number of balls taken to achieve the fastest ODI century feat.

Runs: Total runs scored by the batsman at the end of the match. 

Fastest Century In ODI

Let’s take a closer look at the top 10 fastest centuries by batsmen in ODI cricket:

1. AB de Villiers (31 balls)

On January 18, 2015, AB de Villiers created history by smashing the fastest ODI century off just 31 balls against West Indies in Johannesburg. His explosive innings of 149 runs included 16 sixes and 9 fours, showcasing his incredible hitting prowess.

2. Corey Anderson (36 balls)

New Zealand’s Corey Anderson held the record briefly when he scored a century off 36 balls against West Indies on January 1, 2014, in Queenstown. Anderson’s unbeaten 131 featured 14 sixes and 6 fours in a rain-shortened match.

3. Shahid Afridi (37 balls)

Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi announced his arrival in international cricket with a blistering 37-ball century against Sri Lanka in Nairobi on October 4, 1996. His innings of 102 included 11 sixes and 6 fours, setting the tone for his career as a big-hitter.

4. Glenn Maxwell (40 balls)

Australia’s Glenn Maxwell scored the fastest World Cup century off 40 balls against the Netherlands in Delhi on October 25, 2023. His explosive 106 off 44 balls included 9 fours and 8 sixes, showcasing his ability to dominate bowling attacks.

5. Asif Khan (41 balls)

UAE’s Asif Khan made his mark with a 41-ball century against Nepal in Kirtipur on March 16, 2023. His unbeaten 101 featured 11 sixes and 4 fours, highlighting the growing talent in Associate nations.

6. Mark Boucher (44 balls)

South Africa’s Mark Boucher scored a 44-ball century against Zimbabwe in Potchefstroom on September 20, 2006. His unbeaten 147 included 10 sixes and 8 fours, demonstrating his ability to score quickly.

7. Brian Lara (45 balls)

West Indies legend Brian Lara scored a 45-ball century against Bangladesh in Dhaka on October 9, 1999. His innings of 117 featured 4 sixes and 18 fours, showcasing his elegant yet aggressive batting style.

8. Shahid Afridi (45 balls)

Afridi makes another appearance on this list with a 45-ball century against India in Kanpur on April 15, 2005. His innings of 102 included 9 sixes and 10 fours, reinforcing his reputation as a dangerous batsman.

9. Jesse Ryder (46 balls)

New Zealand’s Jesse Ryder scored a 46-ball century against West Indies in Queenstown on January 1, 2014, in the same match as Corey Anderson’s record-breaking innings. Ryder’s 104 featured 5 sixes and 12 fours.

10. Jos Buttler (46 balls)

England’s Jos Buttler rounds out the top 10 with his 46-ball century against Pakistan in Dubai on November 20, 2015. His unbeaten 116 included 8 sixes and 10 fours, highlighting his ability to score quickly in all conditions.

Top 5 Fastest Centuries In ODI World Cup

The ODI World Cup has seen its share of rapid centuries. Here are the top 5 fastest hundreds in World Cup history:

S.No.	Player Name	Balls	Team	Opponent	Venue	Date
1	Glenn Maxwell	40	Australia	Netherlands	Delhi	25 Oct 2023
2	Aiden Markram	49	South Africa	Sri Lanka	Delhi	7 Oct 2023
3	Kevin O’Brien	50	Ireland	England	Bengaluru	2 Mar 2011
4	Glenn Maxwell	51	Australia	Sri Lanka	Sydney	8 Mar 2015
5	AB de Villiers	52	South Africa	West Indies	Sydney	27 Feb 2015

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Conclusion: AB de Villiers Holds The Fastest ODI Century Record

The fastest centuries in ODI cricket showcase the evolution of the game and the incredible batting skills of modern players. From AB de Villiers’ mind-boggling 31-ball century to Glenn Maxwell’s recent World Cup heroics, these innings have thrilled cricket fans worldwide. 

As the game continues to evolve, we can expect to see more such explosive performances in the future, potentially challenging the current records. These rapid-fire centuries not only entertain but also play a crucial role in shaping match outcomes, making them an integral part of ODI cricket’s excitement and appeal.