Mohammad Siraj Shines as Jamie Smith Scores Rapid Century in Test Match
In an exhilarating Test match in Birmingham, Jamie Smith's explosive century off just 80 balls has put England in a strong position against India. After a promising start from Indian bowler Mohammad Siraj, Smith's remarkable performance, featuring 14 fours and 3 sixes, has made him one of the fastest century scorers in Test history for England. This match is shaping up to be a thrilling contest as both teams vie for supremacy.
| Jul 4, 2025, 18:26 IST
Exciting Test Match Between India and England
In Birmingham, the second Test match is underway between India and England. On the third day of the match, Mohammad Siraj provided an excellent start for the Indian team by dismissing two English batsmen in quick succession. However, England's wicketkeeper Jamie Smith turned the tide with a remarkable century, helping his team make a strong comeback. Smith reached his hundred in just 80 balls.
Jamie Smith launched an impressive assault on the Indian bowlers, putting them under pressure as he completed his century off 80 deliveries. His innings included 14 fours and 3 sixes, with the milestone achieved by hitting two consecutive boundaries off Ravindra Jadeja. This performance made him the third-fastest batsman in Test cricket history to score a century for England.
The right-handed batsman Jamie Smith finished his century with a strike rate of 126.25, hitting 14 fours and 3 sixes in the process. He joins the ranks of England's elite, being one of only three players to score a century in 80 balls or fewer. The others include Harry Brook, Jonny Bairstow, and Gilbert Jessop, with Ben Stokes following closely behind.
Fastest Centuries for England
76 balls - Gilbert Jessop vs Australia, The Oval 1902
77 balls - Jonny Bairstow vs New Zealand, Trent Bridge 2022
80 balls - Harry Brook vs Pakistan, Rawalpindi 2022
80 balls - Jamie Smith vs India, Edgbaston 2025*
85 balls - Ben Stokes vs New Zealand, Lord's 2015