Fastest Century Record in Asia Cup
Player: Virat Kohli
Format: T20I
Century: 100 off 53 balls*
Match: India vs Afghanistan
Date: September 8, 2022
Venue: Dubai International Stadium
Context: This was Kohli’s first T20I century and came during the 2022 Asia Cup Super Four stage.
Other Notable Fast Asia Cup Centuries (ODI Format)
| Player | Score (Balls) | Opponent | Year | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shahid Afridi | 124 (60 balls) | Bangladesh | 2010 | ODI |
| Sanath Jayasuriya | 130 (88 balls) | Bangladesh | 2008 | ODI |
| Suresh Raina | 116 (104 balls) | Hong Kong | 2008 | ODI |
Notes:
Virat Kohli’s 100 (53 balls) remains the fastest century in the T20 format of Asia Cup.
Shahid Afridi’s 124 (60 balls) is among the quickest centuries in ODI format of Asia Cup history.
These records may evolve in Asia Cup 2025 (T20 format), where high strike rates are expected again.
