Fastest 50s in IPL History From 2008 to 2025 (Top 10 Records)
The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a place of thrilling and amazing batting performances in cricket history. Centuries often grab the attention, but it is the firing fifties that sometimes change the balance of a match in minutes.
The “fastest fifty” in IPL is a record that shows a batsman’s ability to hit the first ball of the opposition team and completely change the course of the game. Over the years, many players have made their place in the record books with breathtaking speed.
In this blog, we will learn about the fastest fifties in IPL history, including unforgettable innings by cricket celebrities.
1. Yashasvi Jaiswal – 13 balls vs KKR (2023)
It tops the list of fastest half-centuries in IPL history. Playing against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2023, the young left-handed batsman completed 50 runs in just 13 balls. Thus, he broke the previous record jointly held by KL Rahul and Pat Cummins.
What made this innings special was Jaiswal’s confidence. He came out with determination, attacked the bowlers first and never let KKR settle.
2. Romario Shepherd – 14 balls vs CSK (2025)
Another talent has emerged in the IPL 2025 season! Romario Shepherd scored an unbeaten 53 off just 14 balls against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) with his explosive finishing abilities. And reached his fifty off exactly 14 balls.
The innings was devastating. Shepherd targeted CSK’s death bowling with a ferocious six, leaving the opposition stunned. His ability to hit boundaries almost at will proved that he is one of the most devastating finishers in modern T20 cricket.
KL Rahul – 14 balls vs DC (2018)
In 2018, KL Rahul declared himself a T20 powerhouse with his innings against Delhi Capitals (then Delhi Daredevils). Opening the batting for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Rahul scored a 14-ball half-century, laying the foundation for one of his most memorable IPL seasons.
Although he is often seen as a technically strong anchor, this innings proved that Rahul can also defeat an ultra-aggressive team when needed.
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Pat Cummins – 14 balls vs MI (2022)
When Pat Cummins came to bat for Kolkata Knight Riders against Mumbai Indians in 2022, no one expected anything. But what happened next was an absolute massacre. The Australian fast bowler stunned everyone by scoring a half-century in 14 balls and a 56 in 15 balls.
Cummins’ innings was based on brute force. He dismissed Jasprit Bumrah, Tymal Mills and Daniel Sams with ease, hitting sixes in the stands. This innings made a difficult chase in the park, proving once again that the IPL is full of surprises. Sometimes, it is the bowlers who can steal the show with the bat.
Jake Fraser-McGurk – 15 balls vs MI (2024)
The 2024 IPL season introduced fans to one of the most exciting young talents in world cricket, Jack Fraser-McGurk. Playing against Mumbai Indians, the young Australian scored an incredible 87 runs off 27 balls. And completed his half-century off just 15 balls.
Fraser-McGurk’s fearless hitting was unknown to left-arm bowlers. He attacked every ball deliberately, delivering it to every corner of the field. This innings not only announced his arrival on the big stage but also gave cricket fans a glimpse of a future superstar.
Jake Fraser-McGurk – 15 balls vs SRH (2024)
If a quick half-century wasn’t enough, Fraser-McGurk repeated the feat against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the same season. This time, he scored 65 runs off just 18 balls, and again completed his half-century off 15 balls.
What was special here was his consistency! He wasn’t a one-innings wonder. His ability to string together explosive innings against quality bowling shows that he is here to stay. Few young players in the history of the IPL have made such a rapid impact.
Yusuf Pathan – 15 balls vs SRH (2014)
When we talk about IPL legends, Yusuf Pathan’s name has to be on the list. In 2014, against Sunrisers Hyderabad, Yusuf played one of the most brutal innings in the league so far. He completed his half-century in just 15 balls and scored 72 runs in 22 balls.
This innings was Yusuf Pathan at his peak – fearless, destructive and unbeaten. His innings featured seven sixes, many of which were hit with minimal effort. Yusuf’s innings not only won the match but also reminded the fans why he is one of the most dangerous players in the shorter format.
Nicholas Pooran – 15 balls vs RCB (2023)
In 2023, Pooran lit up the Chinnaswamy Stadium with his performance against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). He scored 62 runs in just 19 balls and hit a fifty in 15 balls.
The RCB bowlers had no answer as Pooran got out of trouble with ease. Such an innings instantly changed the momentum and showed why he is considered one of the most explosive middle-order batsmen in the world.
Sunil Narine – 15 balls vs RCB (2017)
Known primarily for his bowling, Sunil Narine has emerged as one of the most effective pinch-hitter in the IPL. In 2017, while opening for KKR against RCB, Narine scored a 15-ball half-century, scoring 54 runs off just 17 balls.
This innings took everyone by surprise. Narine’s innings redefined his role in T20 cricket, and teams started using him as a batting weapon in the Powerplay overs.
Travis Head – 16 balls vs LSG (2024)
A brilliant performance came in 2024 when Travis Head destroyed the bowling attack of Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Opening for SRH, Head scored an unbeaten 89 off 30 balls, and completed his half-century in just 16 balls.
Head combined beauty and ferocity, using his strong lower arm to send the ball over the ropes. His controlled aggression gave SRH a flying start, which they converted into a comfortable victory.
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IPL has always been about entertainment, and there is nothing more exciting for fans than watching batsmen take the game away in a few overs. The innings of each of these players reflect the fearless spirit of T20 cricket.
While centuries are often celebrated, these blistering half-centuries remind us why IPL is the most exciting cricket league. Whether it is Jack Fraser-McGurk’s half-century or Yusuf Pathan’s, their innings will always remain in IPL folklore.
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FAQs: People Also Ask
Q1. Who holds the record for the fastest fifty in IPL history?
Yashasvi Jaiswal holds this record by scoring a fifty in 13 balls against KKR in 2023.
Q2. Which bowler has scored a fifty in the fastest fifty in IPL?
Pat Cummins scored a fifty in 14 balls against Mumbai Indians in 2022.
Q3. Which young player has impressed by scoring the fastest half-century in IPL 2024?
Jack Fraser-McGurk scored two half-centuries in 15 balls against MI and SRH in 2024.
Q4. Who is the most devastating finisher on this list?
Romario Shepherd’s record of 53* runs in 14 balls against CSK in 2025 is one of the best finishing innings.
Q5. Has any all-rounder made it to this list?
Yes, Yusuf Pathan, Pat Cummins, Sunil Narine and Romario Shepherd are all players who have scored the fastest half-century.
