The Chennai Super Kings (CSK), led by the legendary MS Dhoni, have made a significant addition to their squad for the remainder of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. It has been reported that Urvil Patel CSK, the explosive wicketkeeper-batsman known for his record-breaking T20 century, has been signed as an injury replacement. This move is expected to inject further firepower into the CSK batting lineup as they aim to secure another IPL title.
Who is Urvil Patel CSK? The Fastest Indian T20 Centurion
Urvil Patel CSK, a 26-year-old aggressive wicketkeeper-batsman hailing from Gujarat, has been a prominent figure in the Indian domestic cricket circuit. His breakthrough moment arrived during the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) on November 27, 2024, when he etched his name in the record books. Against Tripura, Urvil Patel CSK blazed his way to a century in a mere 28 balls, making it the fastest hundred by an Indian in T20 cricket.
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— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) November 27, 2024
1๏ธโฃ1๏ธโฃ3๏ธโฃ* Runs
3๏ธโฃ5๏ธโฃ Balls
7๏ธโฃ Fours
1๏ธโฃ2๏ธโฃ Sixes
Gujarat batter Urvil Patel smashed the fastest hundred by an Indian in T20s against Tripura in Indore ๐ฅ ๐ฅ
Watch ๐ฅ snippets of his ๐๐๐๐ค๐ง๐-๐ฝ๐ง๐๐๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ ๐๐ฃ๐ค๐๐ ๐ฝ#SMAT | @IDFCFIRSTBank | @GCAMotera pic.twitter.com/zjbsKpZkYv
The Record-Breaking Innings of Urvil Patel CSK
The innings of Urvil Patel was nothing short of breathtaking. It was punctuated by a staggering 12 sixes and seven boundaries. His whirlwind knock of 113 runs from just 35 deliveries enabled Gujarat to chase down a target of 156 runs in a mere 10.2 overs. This incredible feat immediately put Urvil Patel in the spotlight, showcasing his immense power-hitting capabilities.
Further Explosive Performances by Urvil Patel CSK
The brilliance of Urvil Patel was not a one-off occurrence. Just days later, on December 5, 2024, he displayed his explosive batting prowess once again. Against Uttarakhand, he smashed another century, this time reaching the milestone in just 36 balls. This consistent display of aggressive batting cemented his reputation as a dangerous T20 batsman.
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— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) December 5, 2024
A 36-ball ๐ฏ ๐ฎ
Days after smashing the fastest 100 by an Indian in T20s against Tripura, Gujarat's Urvil Patel was at it again, hitting a 36-ball century against Uttarakhand ๐ฅ
Watch ๐ฝ๏ธ snippets of his blistering knock ๐ฝ#SMAT | @IDFCFIRSTBank | @GCAMotera pic.twitter.com/i1gzjav3x7
Urvil Patel CSK’s Impressive Domestic T20 Record
The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy season proved to be a highly successful one for Urvil Patel. Across 6 matches, he amassed an impressive 315 runs, which included two centuries. His remarkable consistency was reflected in his average of over 78 and a staggering strike rate of nearly 230. These performances highlighted his ability to consistently score big runs at a rapid pace. Notably, his two centuries have earned him two spots within the top five fastest T20 centuries by Indian batsmen.
Urvil Patel CSK’s IPL Journey and Opportunity with CSK
Despite his stellar performances in the domestic circuit, Urvil Patel CSK went unsold in the IPL 2025 auction, with a base price of โน30 lakh. Interestingly, the player he is replacing in the CSK squad, Vansh Bedi, was acquired by the franchise for โน55 lakh. However, this is not Patel’s first tryst with the IPL. He was previously a part of the Gujarat Titans squad in IPL 2023. It’s a curious twist of fate that GT lost to CSK in a thrilling final that year. Now, Urvil Patel gets an opportunity to contribute to the same CSK side.
What Urvil Patel CSK Brings to the Chennai Super Kings
With 47 T20 games under his belt, Urvil Patel has accumulated 1,162 runs, including two centuries and four half-centuries. His aggressive batting style and wicketkeeping abilities provide a valuable addition to the CSK squad, especially as an injury replacement. Young Indian fans and seasoned followers of the IPL will be keenly watching how Urvil Patel CSK performs in the yellow jersey under the guidance of MS Dhoni. His inclusion is anticipated to add excitement and dynamism to CSK’s campaign in the ongoing IPL 2025 season.
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