Between the second ODI on Tuesday, November 26 Zimbabwe and Pakistan Pakistan’s young opener at the Queen’s Sports Club, Bulawayo Saim Ayub wrote his name in history. With a scintillating century, he secured his place among the fastest ODI centurions for Pakistan, marking a significant milestone in his burgeoning cricket career.
Here’s a look at the five fastest ODI centuries by Pakistani batsmen:
5. Sharjeel Khan (61 balls)
Sharjeel Khan He announced his arrival on the international stage with the clash of a century Ireland During Pakistan’s visit to the country in 2016. Reaching the landmark in just 61 balls, Sharjeel’s 152 off 86 was a spectacle of aggressive batting. He destroyed the Irish bowling attack in Dublin with 16 fours and 9 powerful sixes. Pakistan won their 255th in the match, Sharjeel’s heroics won him wide acclaim.
4. Shahid Afridi (53 balls)
Known for his explosive hitting, Shahid Afridi He made a memorable speech in 2010 Asian Cup against Bangladesh. Afridi, who smashed his way to a century with just 53 balls, dominated the opponent with 124 shots from 60 overs. His knock, which featured 17 fours and 4 sixes, was instrumental in Pakistan’s 139-run victory. Afridi also contributed with the ball, highlighting his all-round brilliance and winning the Man of the Match award.
3. Saim Ayub (53 balls)
In a landmark performance, 22-year-old Saim joined the elite ranks of Pakistan’s fastest centurions during the second ODI against Zimbabwe. Facing just 53 balls to reach his first international hundred, Saim’s unbeaten knock of 113 off 62 balls included 17 fours and 3 sixes. His mature and aggressive approach ensured Pakistan won by 10 wickets. Shots of elegance and power earned Saima the Player of the Match award and signaled the emergence of a new star in Pakistan cricket.
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2. Shahid Afridi (45 balls)
Afridi once again demonstrated his unparalleled ability to destroy bowling attacks during the fifth ODI of Pakistan’s 2005 tour. India. Afridi’s innings of 46 off 102 included 10 fours and 9 sixes as he reached his century off just 45 balls. This breathtaking knock was crucial in Pakistan’s five-wicket win and reaffirmed Afridi’s status as one of the most devastating batsmen in world cricket.
1. Shahid Afridi (37 balls)
The fastest century by a Pakistan player in ODI history – and one of the most iconic in cricket – belongs to Afridi, who scored a sensational ton in just 37 balls. Sri Lanka In the 1996 KCA Centenary Tournament. Afridi’s blitzkrieg of 102 off 40, which included 6 fours and 11 massive sixes, led Pakistan to an 82-run victory.
This record-breaking knock held the title of fastest ODI century for 17 years. Corey Anderson In 2014 and later, his record was renewed AB de Villiers In 2015. Afridi’s performance remains a defining moment in his illustrious career and demonstrates why he is revered as one of the most dynamic batsmen in cricket history.
