2026 ipl The season reached its climax on Tuesday at the Maharaja Yadvinder Singh International Cricket Stadium in New Chandigarh. Punjab Kings (PBKS) And Rajasthan Royals (RR) In a high-energy clash (Match 40) between, fans witnessed a masterclass of modern T20 batting. Despite PBKS posting a strong total of 222/4, Rajasthan Royals showcased their depth to achieve it, finishing at 228/4 with four balls remaining.
Whereas Donovan Ferreira won the Player of the Match award by scoring 52 runs off 26 balls, the cricket world is talking about the historic milestone that was achieved during this chase. Young sensation of Rajasthan, Vaibhav Suryavanshihas officially rewritten the record books, becoming the fastest player in IPL history to reach the 400-run mark in terms of number of balls in a season.
Top 5 fastest batsmen to reach 400 runs in IPL season
The growth of the IPL has allowed strike rates to skyrocket, but the 2026 season is pushing the limits of what’s possible. Here are the five players who achieved the milestone of 400 runs in the fewest number of balls:
- Vaibhav Suryavanshi (2026) – 167 balls
This young talent has been the talk of the 2026 season. With the record in mind in the match against Punjab Kings, Suryavanshi produced a performance that was both effective and explosive. He scored 43 runs in just 16 balls and crossed the 400-run mark in 167 balls. His ability to find the boundary with the first ball has set a new standard for openers across the world.
- Andre Russell (2019) – 188 balls
For seven years, andre russell Retained this title. During his famous 2019 campaign Kolkata Knight Riders For, Russell was playing on a different planet. He scored 510 runs that season, but his initial burst stunned statisticians, reaching 400 runs in just 188 balls. Until the advent of Suryavanshi, Russell’s record was considered almost untouched.
- Abhishek Sharma (2024) – 195 balls
Sunrisers Hyderabad Star and current top ranked T20 batsman, Abhishek Sharmahas redefined the powerplay in 2024. In a season where SRH consistently broke team total records, Abhishek was the engine room. He scored 484 runs that year, crossing the 400-run mark in 195 balls, briefly challenging Russell’s record with his fearless lofted shots.
- Nicholas Pooran (2025) – 197 balls
Lucknow Super Giants Main players of, nicholas puranhad a career-defining year in 2025. While he suffered a slight decline in 2026, his form last year was surgical. ‘Nikki P’ combined brute strength with clinical accuracy to reach 400 runs in 197 balls, ultimately finishing the tournament with a mammoth score of 524 runs in 14 appearances.
- Glenn Maxwell (2014) – 200 balls
Oldest record in this list glen maxwell Is of. In 2014, then Kings XI Punjab While playing for, Maxwell enjoyed a unique form, particularly during the tournament. UAE During the phase. He crossed the milestone of 400 runs in exactly 200 balls. His 552-run season remains one of the most iconic individual performances in IPL history, known for his trademark reverse sweeps and huge hits.
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