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Urvil Patel's Blazing 31-Ball Century Powers Gujarat to Thumping SMAT Win

Urvil Patel absolutely demolished the Services bowling attack with a spectacular unbeaten century. He reached his hundred in just 31 balls, making it the third fastest T20 century by an Indian batter. Gujarat chased down the challenging 183-run target in only 12.3 overs thanks to his explosive innings. The CSK-retained wicketkeeper proved why he's considered one of the most destructive batsmen in domestic cricket.

Key Points: Urvil Patel Slams 31-Ball Century in Gujarat SMAT Victory

  • Urvil Patel remained unbeaten on 119 runs from just 37 deliveries
  • His blistering innings featured 12 boundaries and 10 massive sixes
  • Gujarat chased down 183 runs in only 12.3 overs for dominant victory
  • This marks the third fastest T20 century by any Indian batsman
  • CSK retained Urvil after his impressive 212.50 IPL strike rate
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SMAT 2025: Urvil Patel slams 31-ball century, helping Gujarat secure 8-wicket win over Services

Urvil Patel smashed an unbeaten 119 off 37 balls, including a 31-ball century, to lead Gujarat to an 8-wicket win over Services in SMAT 2025 with a staggering 321.62 strike rate.

"Urvil's knock ensured Gujarat chased down the 183-run target in just 12.3 overs - Match Report"

New Delhi, November 26

Urvil Patel's blistering 31-ball century helped his side Gujarat to register a dominant one-sided eight-wicket win over Services at the Gymkhana Ground in the ongoing Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) 2025 tournament on Wednesday.

The Gujarat captain, Urvil, remained unbeaten on 119 runs off 37 deliveries, with the help of 12 fours and 10 sixes. Patel's strike rate was 321.62 while chasing a tricky target of 183 runs.

Urvil's knock ensured Gujarat chased down the 183-run target in just 12.3 overs. Urvil's 31-ball century was also the third fastest T20 hundred by an Indian batter. The wicketkeeper-batter has smashed the fastest century in T20s for India. He slammed a 28-ball hundred during the Gujarat vs Indore game in 2024.

Indian opener Abhishek is second in the elite, hitting a 28-ball century during the Punjab vs Meghalaya game in Rajkot 2024. Urvil is at third with a 31-ball century.

Services made 182/9 in 20 overs. Opener Gaurav Kochar played a superb knock of 60 runs off 37 deliveries, including seven fours and two sixes.

For Gujarat, A Nagwaswalla (2/38), and Hemang Patel (2/21) were among the wicket takers.

While chasing, opener Aarya Desai smashed a 35-ball 60, with the help of six fours and three sixes. Urvil played a match-winning knock of 119* as Gujarat registered a thumping victory in Hyderabad.

Urvil Patel, who played for the five-time champions Chennai Super Kings (CSK) during the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, was retained by the franchise ahead of this year's mini auction.

In IPL 2025, the wicketkeeper-batter joined the Super Kings squad as a replacement for Vansh Bedi. In three IPL 2025 games, Urvil scored 68 runs with an astounding strike rate of 212.50.

- ANI

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Priya S
While Urvil's batting was spectacular, let's not forget Aarya Desai's contribution - 60 off 35 balls is also a solid knock. Good to see multiple players performing well for Gujarat. Team effort matters! 💪
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Arjun K
Strike rate of 321.62 is just insane! 😲 This is why domestic tournaments like SMAT are so important - they give us glimpses of future stars. CSK made the right call retaining him for IPL.
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Sarah B
Impressive performance, but I'm concerned about the bowling. 182/9 suggests Services batted well too. Gujarat's bowling needs to tighten up against stronger teams. Still, fantastic chase overall!
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Vikram M
Yaar, this is what we need in Indian cricket - fearless batting! Urvil's approach reminds me of young Dhoni. Hope BCCI gives him proper opportunities and doesn't let talent go waste like so many others.
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Michael C
Third fastest T20 hundred by an Indian - that's elite company! The competition between Urvil and Abhishek for the fastest century record is exciting for Indian cricket fans. Great entertainment! 🏏

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