Top 5 Slowest Centuries in IPL History

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a rollercoaster of cricketing talent. While it’s famous for explosive batting and high-scoring matches, there have been instances where the game has taken place at a slower pace, testing the patience and endurance of both players and spectators alike.

In this article, let’s take a look into one of the most intriguing aspects of IPL cricket—the slowest centuries ever recorded in the history of the cash-rich league:

Virat Kohli

Topping an unusual leaderboard is Virat Kohli, the batting maestro, who notched up a 67-ball century against Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2023. He went on to score an unbeaten 113 runs from 72 balls.

Manish Pandey

Manish Pandey, in the 2009 IPL season, made waves with his magnificent 114-run knock off 73 balls for RCB against Delhi Capitals in Centurion. At just 19, he played some stunning shots and reached his century in 67 deliveries.

Jos Buttler

The Englishman stands third in this list. Buttler unleashed havoc with his bat in IPL 2022 at the Dr. DY Patil Sports Academy Stadium, tormenting Mumbai Indians (MI) with a scintillating century off just 66 deliveries.

Sachin Tendulkar

The Master Blaster stands fourth in this list with a 66-ball century against the Mahela Jayawardene-led Kochi Tuskers Kerala in the 2011 IPL season. In his brilliant innings, he smashed 12 fours and three sixes to reach the century mark.

David Warner

The legendary David Warner takes the fifth spot with his 66-ball century against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) during his stint with Delhi Daredevils in the 2010 IPL season.