Players with the ability to go big in the shortest format, like T20 and the grandest stage, like the World Cup, are something special. Over the years, we have witnessed several rapid-fire hundreds. But who scored the fastest century in the T20 World Cups among them?

It is time to find out who did it quicker than anyone else in this high-stakes tournament. Here's the list of players and their fastest ton feats for you to check:

Chris Gayle: Etching his name twice in history (47-ball and 50-ball record)

Chris Gayle is at the top when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Chris Gayle celebrating his fastest century in 2016 T20 World Cup against England.

Fastest century: in 47 balls vs ENG (2016)
Second-fastest: in 50 balls vs SA (2007)

The West Indies legend, Chris Gayle, remarkably holds not just one, but the top two records for the fastest centuries in the T20 World Cup. He set the bar so high with his explosive batting qualities that no one dared to come closer.

His record-shattering fastest century came in 2016 edition against England, where he scored a century in only 47 balls. He hit 5 fours and 11 sixes with a strike rate above 200! He was also unbeaten and chased down the total to contribute to the 6-wicket victory.

Adding to his legacy, Gayle occupies the 2nd rank as well in this prestigious list, with his century in the 2007 T20 World Cup in 50 balls. This was his first century in the history of the tournament, and was the fastest for 9 years until he broke his own record.

Gayle's fearless approach and ability to change the course of a match are what set him apart from the rest at the highest level.

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3. Brendon McCullum (51 balls) vs BAN | 2012

Brendon McCullum is the third name when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Brendon McCullum celebrates his century against Bangladesh in 2012 T20 WC. Image | Mint

The New Zealand powerhouse, Brendon McCullum, stands third on this list with a blistering century off just 51 balls against Bangladesh in the 2012 T20 World Cup. This was his first-ever and the only century in the tournament's history.

It was also a historic moment for his nation, as it was the first time a New Zealand batter scored a century in T20 World Cup, setting a high standard for his countrymen.

4. Rilee Rossouw (52 balls) vs BAN | 2022

Rilee Rossouw is the fourth name when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Rossouw celebrates his century against Bangladesh in 2022 T20 WC. Image | Instagram

South Africa's Rilee Rossouw smashed his maiden T20 World Cup century in 52 balls, which is the fourth-highest so far. He helped the Proteas set a huge total of 205 on the board, making things difficult for Bangladesh in the second innings, and eventually winning in the end.

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5. Ahmed Shehzad (58 balls) vs BAN | 2014

Ahmed Shehzad is the 5th name when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Ahmed Shehzad celebrates his fastest T20 World Cup century. Image | NDTV

Ahmed Shehzad registered Pakistan's fastest T20 World Cup century, scoring it in 58 balls against Bangladesh in 2014. He opened for the team and stayed unbeaten till the end, helping them build a strong total at a crucial time.

Despite a middle-order collapse, he saved the situation and converted it into a victory.

6. Suresh Raina (59 balls) vs SA | 2010

Suresh Raina is the 6th name when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Raina celebrates his fastest T20 WC century against SA in 2010. Image | Facebook

Suresh Raina's explosive 59-ball century against South Africa in the 2010 T20 WC places him among the fastest centurions. He is the only Indian batter in the list to score a hundred in less than 60 balls.

What made this knock more memorable is the fact that this was his first T20 World Cup century.

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7. Alex Hales (60 balls) vs SL | 2014

Alex Hales is the 7th name when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Alex Hales celebrates his 60-ball century in 2010 T20 WC. Image | Sportstar

Alex Hales brought up his hundred for England in 60 balls against Sri Lanka in 2014. His performance was a blend of calculated aggression and elegant striking.

He picked up the team after the fall of early wickets and chased down a huge total by staying till the end, which resulted in a 6-wicket victory.

8. Tamim Iqbal (60 balls) vs OMA | 2016

Tamim Iqbal is the 8th name when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Tamim Iqbal's celebration of joy after scoring a century against Oman in 2016 T20 WC. Image | ESPNcricinfo

Tamim Iqbal stands as the only Bangladeshi batter to score a century in the T20 World Cup to date. His century also made it to the Top 10 fastest centuries and equalled the 60-ball mark as Hales.

This performance was crucial for the nation's campaign in the 2016 edition and also transformed him into a great limited-overs opener.

9. Glenn Phillips (61 balls) vs Sri Lanka | 2022

Glenn Phillips is the 9th name when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Glenn Phillips' celebration after his century against SL in 2010 T20 WC. Image | BBC

New Zealand's "Zippy," Glenn Phillips, added his name to the fastest century list with a 61-ball hundred against Sri Lanka in the 2022 edition. This knock marked his second century in T20 Internationals.

In a display of aggressive but controlled batting, Phillips proved to be crucial for his nation, cementing his place as a dynamic T20 batter.

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10. Mahela Jayawardene (63 balls) vs ZIM | 2010

Mahela Jayawardene is the 10th name when asked Who scored the fastest century in T20 World Cups? | sportzpoint.com — Jayawardene celebrates his century against Zimbabwe in 2010 T20 WC. Image | X

Mahela Jayawardene, the elegant Sri Lankan maestro, scored a rapid 63-ball century against Zimbabwe in the 2010 T20 World Cup. His innings, a display of his class and ability to accelerate when needed, was a key factor in his team's strong record.

This century was also Sri Lanka's first in the T20 World Cup history.

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