IPL 2024: Jake Fraser-McGurk Hits Fastest Fifty for Delhi Capitals, and Joint Third-Fastest Overall in IPL History
Jake Fraser-McGurk slammed the fastest fifty for Delhi Capitals in IPL history.
Jake Fraser-McGurk delivered a blistering half-century in a mere 15 balls for Delhi Capitals (DC) during the IPL 2024 clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi.
In the same match, young gun Jake Fraser-McGurk surpassed Travis Head’s Australian record by scoring his half-century in just 15 balls for Delhi Capitals, making it the third fastest in IPL history and the fastest in IPL 2024.
Fastest fifties in IPL History
- Yashasvi Jaiswal – 13 balls for Rajasthan Royals vs Kolkata Knight Riders, 2023
- KL Rahul – 14 balls for Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) vs Delhi Capitals, 2018
- Pat Cummins – 14 balls for Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians, 2022
- Jake Fraser-McGurk – 15 balls for Delhi Capitals vs Sunrisers Hyderabad, 2024
With an astounding strike rate of 353.33, Jake Fraser-McGurk hammered 7 sixes and 5 fours in his 65-run knock.
However, Mayank Markande of Sunrisers Hyderabad ended his innings just as he was looking to make IPL history and guide Delhi Capitals to their highest chase in tournament history.
