South African batter David Miller has set a new record for the fastest century in Champions Trophy history.
On Wednesday, during the second semi-final of the Champions Trophy at Gaddafi Stadium, Miller broke former Indian cricketer Virender Sehwag’s 23-year-old record.
Chasing New Zealand’s target of 363 runs, Miller completed his century on the last ball of the match, scoring 100 off 67 deliveries. However, he couldn’t lead his team to victory. His innings included 10 fours and 4 sixes.
Previously, India’s former cricketer Virender Sehwag had scored a century off 77 balls against England in Colombo in 2002, which was the fastest century record at that time.
Notably, on February 22, 2025, during the Champions Trophy in Lahore, Australian wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis also equaled Sehwag’s record by scoring a century off 77 balls against England.
In the second semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy, South Africa suffered a 50-run defeat against New Zealand.
The final of the Champions Trophy will be played between New Zealand and India on March 9 in Dubai.
