Anmolpreet Singh, a right-handed batter who recently went unsold at the IPL 2025 Auction, etched his name in history by smashing the fastest List A century by an Indian cricketer. Anmolpreet’s blistering 35-ball hundred led Punjab to a commanding nine-wicket victory over Arunachal Pradesh in a Group C Vijay Hazare Trophy match in Ahmedabad on Saturday. With this incredible knock, Anmolpreet broke the long-standing record of former India all-rounder Yusuf Pathan, who had scored a 40-ball century for Baroda against Maharashtra in the 2009-10 season.Star Batter, Left Unsold in IPL 2025 Auction, Makes History as First Indian Player To…
Globally, Anmolpreet’s innings ranks as the third-fastest List A century, behind only Jake Fraser-McGurk of Australia, who hit a 29-ball hundred for South Australia against Tasmania in the 2023-24 season, and AB de Villiers’ iconic 31-ball ton against the West Indies in Johannesburg during the 2014-15 season. Anmolpreet’s achievement makes him the first Indian to reach this milestone in just 35 balls, with Yusuf Pathan’s 40-ball effort now standing second.
During the match, Anmolpreet displayed his dominance by scoring a scintillating 115 off just 45 deliveries, which included 12 boundaries and nine sixes. Punjab effortlessly chased down a target of 165 in only 12.5 overs, finishing at 167 for one. The innings saw an early setback with skipper Abhishek Sharma’s dismissal for 10 runs, but Anmolpreet joined forces with Prabhsimran Singh, who contributed an unbeaten 35 off 25 balls. Together, they forged a formidable 153-run partnership for the second wicket, ensuring Punjab’s emphatic win.Star Batter, Left Unsold in IPL 2025 Auction, Makes History as First Indian Player To…
Earlier in the game, Arunachal Pradesh managed to post 164 runs before being bowled out. Punjab’s bowling unit shone, with pacer Ashwani Kumar and leg-spinner Mayank Markande each claiming three wickets to dismantle the opposition.Star Batter, Left Unsold in IPL 2025 Auction, Makes History as First Indian Player To…
Anmolpreet’s record-breaking innings has not only reignited conversations about his potential but also highlighted his ability to deliver match-winning performances. Despite being overlooked at the IPL auction, his explosive form in domestic cricket could draw the attention of selectors and franchises in the near future. This extraordinary feat further underscores the depth of talent in Indian cricket, as Anmolpreet joins an elite list of players who have showcased remarkable achievements in the List A format.
