Chennai: In a dazzling display of power-hitting that lit up the MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai Super Kings’ wicketkeeper-batter Urvil Patel from Mehsana, Gujarat, equaled the record for the fastest fifty in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. The 27-year-old smashed a blistering half-century in just 13 balls against Lucknow Super Giants, matching the feat previously achieved by Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Patel walked in with CSK at 45/1 in the 3.4th over during a chase of 204. He unleashed an onslaught, hammering seven sixes and a four to reach his fifty off just 13 deliveries. He eventually scored a fiery 65 off 23 balls (2 fours and 8 sixes) before being dismissed, helping CSK secure a crucial victory. In a touching moment, he celebrated his milestone by pulling out a note that read, “This is for you, Papa.” “with blessings of Sadhi, Jogni, Chehar, Goga, Sikotar Goddess.”

This explosive knock comes on the heels of Patel’s remarkable domestic form, including record-breaking centuries in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. 

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel praised Urvil’s stellar performance and wished him continued success. In a tweet, the CM lauded the young cricketer’s explosive knock and highlighted how such feats elevate the state’s sporting legacy. DeshGujarat