IPL 2026: Ryan Rickelton writes history with fastest-ever MI hundred

Ryan Rickelton celebrates after his first IPL hundred. (Image source: IPL)

New Delhi: Ryan Rickton Announcing his stunning return to the starting lineup, he smashed the fastest century record mumbai indians They created history on Wednesday in the IPL 2026 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at the Wankhede Stadium.The South African opener broke into the IPL hundred for the first time off just 44 balls, rewriting the record of the five-time champions. In the process, Rickton broke the previous record shared by 45 balls. Sanat Jayasuriya (2008) and Tilak Varma (earlier this season), highlighting his sheer dominance in the innings.Fastest ever ton lights up WankhedeRickton’s stroke was clean, fearless, and a masterclass shot. Walk in as a substitute for the wounded Quinton de Kockhe wastes no time making an impact.The pair opened with Will Jacks, scoring a stunning 93 in just 7 overs, setting the tone for the overall score. Even after Jacks was dismissed, Rickton continued his attack, putting together a crucial 55-run partnership with Naman Dhir.He reached the landmark in the 15th over, hitting 7 sixes and 8 4s, leaving the opposition bowlers with no options to strike. His innings now tops the list of MI’s fastest hundreds, ahead of names like Cameron Green and Suryakumar Yadav.

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MI restructure, Rohit Sharma still outEarlier, Captain MI Hardik Pandya Win the toss and elect to bat first, citing favorable conditions. However, the team were forced to make changes and with De Kock sidelined with a wrist injury, youngster Robin Mintz was given a chance.An update on Rohit Sharma as he continues to recover. “Rohit needs to play a few more games, he is working hard but is not up to par yet,” Hardik said during the toss.Rickton’s explosive century not only catapulted Mumbai Indians to dominance but also added a new chapter to the franchise’s rich batting legacy.