England‘s young cricket sensation, Harry Brook, etched his name into the history books by becoming the second fastest players to score a triple century in Test cricket. The 25-year-old right-handed batter showcased an extraordinary performance, scoring 317 runs off just 322 balls in the first Test match against Pakistan. His remarkable knock took place during England’s tour of Pakistan 2024, and with this feat, he secured his place among the fastest triple centurions in the sport.
Top 5 fastest players to score a triple century in Test cricket
5. Karun Nair – 381 balls
Indian middle-order batter Karun Nair achieved his historic triple century in 381 balls during a Test match against England in Chennai in December 2016. This remarkable innings saw him amass an unbeaten 303, making him only the second Indian after Virender Sehwag to score a triple century in Tests. Nair’s incredible knock helped India to a dominant win and solidified his place in cricket history.
4. Virender Sehwag – 364 balls
Known for his aggressive style, former Indian opener Sehwag registered his second triple century in Test cricket, achieving this milestone in just 364 balls. Sehwag’s knock came against Pakistan in 2004 in Multan, a performance that earned him the nickname “The Sultan of Multan.” Sehwag remains one of the most explosive and fearless batters to ever play the game.
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3. Matthew Hayden – 362 balls
Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden played one of the most memorable innings in Test history when he scored a mammoth 380 runs against Zimbabwe in Perth in 2003. Hayden took just 362 balls to reach his triple century, with his final score of 380 remaining the second-highest individual score in Test cricket to this day. His dominance in that innings demonstrated his immense power and concentration at the crease.
2. Harry Brook – 310 balls
England’s rising star, Harry Brook, became the second-fastest player on this prestigious list, scoring his triple century off just 310 balls against Pakistan in Multan. On October 10, 2024, Brook’s aggressive innings demonstrated his incredible shot-making ability and maturity as a player, adding to his growing reputation as one of the most exciting talents in international cricket.
1. Virender Sehwag – 278 balls
Holding the record for the fastest triple century in Test cricket is India’s Sehwag, who reached the milestone in just 278 balls. Sehwag achieved this breathtaking feat during a Test match against South Africa in Chennai in 2008. Known for his explosive batting, Sehwag’s innings was a blend of aggression and precision, cementing his legacy as one of the most dynamic batters in the history of the game.
