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Ashok Sharma Fires Fastest Ball of IPL 2026 at 154.2 kmph

Gujarat Titans pacer Ashok Sharma bowled the fastest delivery of the IPL 2026 season, a 154.2 kmph yorker to Dhruv Jurel. The 23-year-old speedster consistently clocked high speeds, surpassing the previous record held by Anrich Nortje. His performance came in a match where Rajasthan Royals posted 210/6, powered by half-centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel. Gujarat Titans were 107/2 in their chase at the time of reporting.

Key Points: Ashok Sharma Bowls Fastest Ball in IPL 2026 vs Royals

  • Record 154.2 kmph delivery
  • Consistent high-speed spell
  • Dismissed Shimron Hetmyer
  • Royals post 210/6
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Ashok Sharma bowls fastest bowl of IPL 2026 vs Rajasthan Royals

Gujarat Titans' Ashok Sharma delivers a 154.2 kmph yorker, setting the new fastest ball record in IPL 2026 against Rajasthan Royals.

"His 154.2 kmph delivery became the fastest ball of IPL 2026, beating Anrich Nortje's earlier mark. - Report"

Ahmedabad, April 4

Gujarat Titans pacer Ashok Sharma delivered the fastest ball of the ongoing Indian Premier League 2026 season during their clash against Rajasthan Royals on Saturday at the Narendra Modi Stadium.

The young speedster impressed with his raw pace, troubling the Royals' batters with his sharp deliveries. His record-breaking ball not only marked a personal milestone but also stood out as the quickest delivery of the tournament so far.

During the last ball of the 16th over, Ashok Sharma, playing for Gujarat Titans, bowled the fastest delivery of the season, a fiery 154.2 kmph yorker to the Royals wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel.

The 23-year-old pacer, throughout his spell, consistently bowled at high speeds, crossing 145 kmph regularly and even hitting 150 twice in the same over.

His 154.2 kmph delivery became the fastest ball of IPL 2026, beating Anrich Nortje's earlier mark of 150.9 kmph.

Sharma earned his IPL spot after a strong performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where he was Rajasthan's top wicket-taker. Gujarat Titans showed faith in him by picking him in the playing XI early, and he has delivered steady performances so far.

The right-arm pacer took the one wicket, dismissing Shimron Hetmyer for 18 runs. Ashok Sharma conceded 1/37 in his four-over spell.

Coming to the match, riding on half-centuries from Yashasvi Jaiswal and Dhruv Jurel, Rajasthan Royals posted a formidable total of 210/6 against Gujarat Titans in their IPL 2026 clash in Ahmedabad on Saturday, despite a late fightback from the bowlers.

Jaiswal scored 55 runs in 36 balls, with three towering sixes and six fours. Jurel hammered 75 runs off 42 deliveries, including five fours and five sixes that helped the Royals post a challenging target.

For Gujarat, Kagiso Rabada (2/42) scalped two wickets. Mohammed Siraj, Ashok Sharma, Prasidh Krishna and stand-in skipper Rashid Khan took one wicket each.

At the time of writing, the Gujarat Titans are at 107/2 in 10.4 overs. The hosts need 104 runs more to chase down the target of 211.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in the US now, I love waking up to news like this. The speed gun readings are insane! It's great to see a domestic performer from the Mushtaq Ali Trophy get his chance and shine on the big stage. Go Titans!
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Priya S
Amazing pace, but 1/37 in 4 overs is a bit expensive, no? The economy rate matters too, especially when the team is chasing 211. Raw speed is thrilling, but he needs to work on his control and variations. Still, a bright future ahead for him! ✨
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Rohit P
Bowling that fast at the Narendra Modi Stadium must have been electric! The atmosphere there is something else. Jaiswal and Jurel's batting was also top-class. What a match for the fans in Ahmedabad. Hope GT can chase this down.
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Aman W
Beating Anrich Nortje's record is no small feat. That's proper pace. Hope the selectors are watching. We need genuine quick bowlers for overseas tours. If he stays fit, he could be a real asset for India in a couple of years.
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Kriti O
So happy for Ashok! From being Rajasthan's top wicket-taker in the domestic tournament to now playing against them and creating a record. That's the beauty of the IPL. Wishing him a long and injury-free career. Pace like that is a gift!

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