IPL 2026: 5 players who could score fastest fifty

The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 is set to begin on March 28 with a blockbuster clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad. The IPL is often a batter-friendly tournament, where scoring quickly is key to success. Batters not only aim to accelerate the run rate but also look to reach milestones in the fewest deliveries possible.

Here are the five players who could score the fastest fifty:

Vaibhav Suryavanshi (Rajasthan Royals)

Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a strong contender to register one of the fastest half-centuries. The young opener made headlines by becoming the youngest centurion in men’s T20 cricket, smashing 101 off just 38 balls for Rajasthan Royals against Gujarat Titans in IPL 2025. His century came off just 35 balls, making it the second-fastest in IPL history. On debut, he announced himself in style by hitting his first ball, bowled by Shardul Thakur, for a six, eventually scoring 34 off 20 balls. He registered a 17-ball fifty against Gujarat, showcasing his explosive potential.