Explosive batting has long been a hallmark of the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League. The ball was set rolling by Sanath Jayasuriya, who had scored the fastest century for the five-time champions way back in 2008. This record was broken by Ryan Rickelton in the game against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
MI batters have consistently pushed their hitting quality, setting new benchmarks over the years. Here are the five fastest centurions for the Mumbai Indians:
Top 5 Batters For Mumbai Indians
Ryan Rickelton- 44 Balls (vs SRH, 2026)
The South African wicket-keeper batsman has scored the fastest century for the Mumbai Indians, smashing 100 off 44 balls against the Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium in the Indian Premier League. His innings, packed with 10 fours and eight sixes, set a new benchmark and powered
MI in a dominant outing.
Tilak Varma- 45 Balls (vs GT, 2026)
Before Rickelton's heroics, Tilak Varma had already made headlines earlier in the same season by equalling the franchise's fastest century record. Against the Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Tilak produced a sensational unbeaten 101 off just 45 balls. What made the innings special was its transformation.
He started cautiously, scoring only 19 off his first 22 balls, but then unleashed a stunning counterattack, scoring 82 runs off his next 23 deliveries. The knock highlighted his maturity, adaptability, and ability to shift gears under pressure.
Sanath Jayasuriya - 45 Balls (vs CSK, 2008)
The benchmark for nearly two decades belonged to the legendary Jayasuriya, whose innings remains one of the most iconic in early IPL history. Taking on the Chennai Super Kings in 2008 at Wankhede, Jayasuriya unleashed a brutal assault, racing to a century in just 45 balls and finishing unbeaten on 114 off 48.
At a time when T20 cricket was still evolving, his fearless hitting set new standards for aggression. The record stood untouched for 18 years, underlining just how far ahead of his time that innings was.
Cameron Green - 47 Balls (vs SRH, 2023)
Green's century came under immense pressure in a must-win game, making it one of the most valuable innings in MI's history. Facing SRH at Wankhede in 2023, the Australian all-rounder smashed a 47-ball hundred and remained unbeaten on 100, guiding Mumbai to a successful chase of 201.
His innings included a flurry of boundaries and towering sixes, maintaining a strike rate above 200. Beyond the numbers, it was the context that made it special, as the knock secured a crucial playoff spot for MI.
Suryakumar Yadav - 49 Balls (vs GT, 2023)
Suryakumar Yadav's maiden IPL century was a masterclass in innovation and flair, perfectly reflecting his "Mr. 360" reputation. Against the Gujarat Titans, he reached his hundred in 49 balls and finished unbeaten on 103.
The innings stood out for its wide range of strokes, including audacious shots behind the wicket and through unconventional angles. It was not just about power but also creativity, as Suryakumar manipulated the field with precision, leaving bowlers with few answers.
