All-rounder Dasun Shanaka scripted history during the Caribbean Premier League 2026 by registering the fastest century in the tournament's history. Playing for St Kitts and Nevis, the star cricketer launched a scathing attack on the bowlers and dominated the proceedings against St Lucia Kings with an unforgettable batting display.
Reaching The Three-Figure Mark In 39 Balls
Dasun Shanaka achieved the milestone by bringing up his hundred in just 39 deliveries. He maintained intense momentum right from the moment he walked out to the middle. Having reached his half-century in 24 balls, he accelerated sharply to smash the next fifty runs in a mere 15 balls. Before getting dismissed, he accumulated a staggering 121 runs from 43 balls.
Surpassing Andre Russell
With this explosive knock, Dasun Shanaka officially broke the longstanding record for the fastest century in CPL history. The milestone was previously held by powerful West Indian all-rounder Andre Russell, who had registered a century off 40 balls back in the 2018 season. Shanaka's stellar effort now sits at the top of the tournament's record books.
Carnage At Warner Park
Walking in to bat at the 9.3 over mark, Dasun Shanaka completely altered the dynamic of the innings. He struck eight boundaries and 12 massive sixes, leaving no corner of the Warner Park ground untargeted. Powered by his sensational hitting, St Kitts and Nevis posted a formidable total while batting first.
