Ryan Rickelton scored his maiden IPL century against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 29, 2026. His explosive innings not only set a new record for the fastest century for Mumbai Indians but also marked the highest individual score in the franchise’s history.
Rickelton achieved his century in just 44 balls, scoring an unbeaten 123 runs off 53 balls. He broke Sanath Jayasuriya’s 18-year-old record for the fastest century for Mumbai Indians.
During his innings, he hit 10 boundaries and 8 sixes, showcasing his powerful batting. He shared a dominant 93-run opening stand with Will Jacks, which laid the foundation for MI’s total of 243/5.
This match took place at Wankhede Stadium during IPL 2026. Rickelton came into the side as a replacement for the injured Quinton de Kock.
Key statistics from Rickelton’s innings:
- Fastest century for Mumbai Indians: 44 balls
- Total runs scored: 123 runs
- Balls faced: 53 balls
- Boundaries hit: 10
- Sixes hit: 8
Rickelton had previously missed a century by just 19 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders a month prior. His performance today has left fans and analysts buzzing about his potential in future matches.
The Mumbai Indians’ victory over Sunrisers Hyderabad reinforces their strong position in IPL 2026, with observers keenly watching how this momentum carries forward.
