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Urvil Patel Smashes IPL Fastest Fifty Record!
10 May
Summary
- Urvil Patel tied the IPL record for fastest fifty in 13 balls.
- He holds the Indian record for fastest T20 century in 28 balls.
- Patel's parents sacrificed significantly for his cricket career.
Urvil Patel, a prominent wicketkeeper-batter for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), has etched his name in cricket history. On May 10th, 2026, he equaled the IPL record for the fastest fifty, achieving the milestone in a mere 13 deliveries against the Lucknow Super Giants. This electrifying performance underscores his reputation as a hard-hitting T20 specialist.
Born in Mehsana, Gujarat, on October 17, 1998, Patel also holds the national record for the fastest T20 century by an Indian player. He accomplished this feat on November 27th, 2024, scoring 100 runs in just 28 balls against Tripura, surpassing Rishabh Pant's previous record.
His journey to success was significantly shaped by his parents' dedication. His father, a former gym teacher and fast runner, and his mother, a teacher, made considerable personal sacrifices. They ensured he had access to specialized coaching and better equipment, even foregoing family events for his training.
In domestic cricket, Patel's prowess was evident during the 2023 Vijay Hazare Trophy. Playing for Gujarat, he remained unbeaten on 100 runs off just 41 balls against Arunachal Pradesh, marking the second-fastest century by an Indian in that format.
