Sat Dec 21 17:42:46 UTC 2024: **Punjab’s Anmolpreet Singh Blasts Fastest List A Century in Vijay Hazare Trophy**

**[City, State] –** Anmolpreet Singh of Punjab smashed a sensational century off just 35 balls in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, setting a new record for the fastest List A century by an Indian batsman. His whirlwind knock of 115* (45 balls, 12 fours, 9 sixes) came against Arunachal Pradesh on Saturday, surpassing the previous record held by Yusuf Pathan (40 balls). While Anmolpreet’s feat is the third fastest in overall List A cricket history, behind Jake Fraser (29 balls) and AB de Villiers (31 balls), it stands as the quickest by an Indian player.

Punjab’s bowlers had earlier restricted Arunachal Pradesh to a modest 164 in 48.4 overs, with Ashwani Kumar (3/37), Mayank Markande (3/31), and Baltej Singh (2/26) leading the attack. Punjab chased down the target with ease, losing only one wicket in 12.5 overs, thanks to Anmolpreet’s explosive innings and a supporting 35* from Prabhsimran Singh.

In another high-scoring match, Mumbai amassed a massive 382/4 in 50 overs against Karnataka, with captain Shreyas Iyer contributing a stunning 114 (55 balls, 5 fours, 10 sixes), including a century off 50 balls. Ayush Badoni (78) and Hardik Tamore (84) also made significant contributions, while Shivam Dube added a quickfire 63* (36 balls).

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