IPL 2026: Ashok Sharma Sets Record with Fastest Ball
IPL 2026: A Night of Records
In the IPL 2026 match last night, Rajasthan Royals faced off against Gujarat Titans, showcasing the league's role in nurturing top cricket talent. The event once again highlighted emerging players, particularly a bowler from Gujarat Titans who captured everyone's attention.
This bowler made headlines by delivering the fastest ball in IPL history, surpassing the previous record held by Anrich Nortje.
Ashok Sharma's Record-Breaking Delivery
Ashok Sharma, a fast bowler for Gujarat Titans, stunned spectators during the match against Rajasthan Royals by bowling at an astonishing speed of 154.2 km/h. This remarkable delivery is now recorded as the fastest ball bowled in IPL 2026, with Anrich Nortje following closely at 150.9 km/h.
The Journey of Ashok Sharma
Hailing from a humble farming family, Ashok Sharma's journey to cricket stardom is inspiring. His elder brother, Akshay, who also played cricket, had to give up his dreams to support Ashok due to their family's financial struggles. Akshay dedicated himself to helping Ashok pursue his cricket aspirations.
During the IPL 2026 mega auction, Gujarat Titans acquired Ashok Sharma for ₹90 lakhs, and he has since proven his worth on the field.
Top 5 Fastest Balls in IPL 2026
- 154.2 km/h – Ashok Sharma (GT)
- 150.9 km/h – Anrich Nortje (LSG)
- 149.7 km/h – Kartik Tyagi (KKR)
- 149.1 km/h – Kagiso Rabada (GT)
- 145.6 km/h – Jamie Overton (CSK)
Fastest Deliveries in IPL History
- 157.71 km/h – Shaun Tait (Rajasthan Royals, 2011)
- 157.4 km/h – Gerald Coetzee (Mumbai Indians, 2024)
- 157.3 km/h – Lockie Ferguson (Gujarat Titans, 2022)
- 157.0 km/h – Umran Malik (Sunrisers Hyderabad, 2022)
- 156.7 km/h – Mayank Yadav (Lucknow Super Giants, 2024)
- 156.22 km/h – Anrich Nortje (Delhi Capitals, 2020)
- 154.2 km/h – Ashok Sharma (Gujarat Titans, 2026)