Denish Das hits APL 2026's fastest ton (40 balls) as Barpeta Braves beat Jorhat
Synopsis
Denish Das rewrote the APL 2026 record books on 19 August, smashing the tournament's fastest century off just 40 balls — a 105-run knock at a strike rate of 250 — to power Barpeta Braves past Jorhat Stallions by 12 runs. Despite a spirited late charge from Jorhat, Barpeta's bowlers held their nerve to clinch a memorable win in Guwahati.
Key Takeaways
Denish Das hit the APL 2026's fastest century off 40 balls , finishing with 105 off 42 at a strike rate of 250.00 , with 5 fours and 10 sixes .
Barpeta Braves posted 196/7 in 20 overs , with opener Hrishikesh Das contributing 53 off 40 balls .
Jorhat Stallions fell 12 runs short, finishing on 184/6 despite Swarupam Purkayastha's 56 and Rajjak Uddin Ahmed's late blitz of 39 off 17 .
Bikiran Das (2/24) and Shubham Kumar Gupta (2/33) led Barpeta's bowling effort to seal victory.
The match was played at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium , Guwahati , on 19 August 2026 .
Denish Das blazed the Assam Premier League (APL) 2026's fastest century off just 40 balls, propelling Barpeta Braves to a hard-fought 12-run victory over Jorhat Stallions at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati on Wednesday, 19 August. Barpeta posted 196/7 in 20 overs before restricting Jorhat to 184/6 in a tense finish that went down to the wire.
Barpeta's Batting Masterclass
Put in to bat after Jorhat Stallions won the toss and elected to field, Barpeta's innings was built on a commanding opening stand. Opener Hrishikesh Das provided the platform with a composed 53 off 40 balls, striking two fours and five sixes to set the tone.
What followed was a breathtaking display of power-hitting. Denish Das tore into the Jorhat bowling attack, reaching his century in a mere 40 deliveries — the fastest hundred in the tournament's history. He eventually fell for 105 off 42 balls, a knock laced with five fours and ten sixes at a staggering strike rate of 250.00. Saurav Mousum Dihingia chipped in with 18 to help Barpeta post a commanding total.
For Jorhat, Mantu Yadav was the standout bowler with 2/40, while Vedant Pandey delivered an economical 1/24 in four overs. Rajjak Uddin Ahmed and Dyutimoy Nath claimed one wicket each.
Jorhat's Spirited but Ultimately Short Chase
Chasing 197, Jorhat Stallions showed considerable fight. Captain Swarupam Purkayastha anchored the innings with a composed 56 off 40 balls, hitting five boundaries and a six. Dyutimoy Nath kept the required rate in check with a brisk 29 off 20 balls, before Rajjak Uddin Ahmed ignited the chase's final stages with a blistering 39 off 17 deliveries, hammering three fours and three sixes.
Late resistance from Sanjib Barman (10* off 7) and Abhilash Gogoi (9* off 8) kept Jorhat's hopes alive, but the target proved just beyond reach as the Stallions finished on 184/6.
Barpeta's Bowling Holds Nerve
Bikiran Das was the pick of Barpeta's bowlers, delivering a match-defining spell of 2/24 in four overs. Shubham Kumar Gupta complemented him with 2/33, while Rajesh Prasad and Arun Sonar each claimed a wicket to seal the win.
Brief Scores
Barpeta Braves 196/7 in 20 overs (Denish Das 105, Hrishikesh Das 53, Saurav Mousum Dihingia 18; Mantu Yadav 2-40, Vedant Pandey 1-24, Dyutimoy Nath 1-27) beat Jorhat Stallions 184/6 in 20 overs (Swarupam Purkayastha 56, Rajjak Uddin Ahmed 39, Dyutimoy Nath 29; Bikiran Das 2-24, Shubham Kumar Gupta 2-33, Arun Sonar 1-19) by 12 runs.
The result strengthens Barpeta Braves' standing in the APL 2026 table, with Denish Das's record-breaking knock certain to remain a talking point as the tournament progresses.
Point of View
However, is Barpeta's bowling unit holding firm under a serious late assault from Jorhat: winning close T20s requires both explosive batting and composure under pressure, and this result suggests Barpeta Braves have both. Whether the APL can convert moments like this into sustained national visibility remains the league's real challenge.
NationPress
20 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What record did Denish Das set in APL 2026?
Denish Das hit the fastest century in APL 2026 history, reaching his hundred off just 40 balls. He eventually scored 105 off 42 deliveries at a strike rate of 250.00, hitting five fours and ten sixes.
What was the result of Barpeta Braves vs Jorhat Stallions on 19 August 2026?
Barpeta Braves defeated Jorhat Stallions by 12 runs at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati. Barpeta scored 196/7 in 20 overs and restricted Jorhat to 184/6.
Who were the top performers for Jorhat Stallions in the chase?
Captain Swarupam Purkayastha top-scored with 56 off 40 balls, while Rajjak Uddin Ahmed provided late fireworks with 39 off just 17 deliveries. Dyutimoy Nath also contributed 29 off 20 balls.
Which bowlers sealed the win for Barpeta Braves?
Bikiran Das was the standout bowler with 2/24 in four overs, supported by Shubham Kumar Gupta's 2/33. Rajesh Prasad and Arun Sonar each took one wicket to complete the 12-run victory.
Where is the Assam Premier League 2026 being played?
The Assam Premier League 2026 is being hosted at the Assam Cricket Association Stadium in Guwahati, Assam. The tournament features teams from across the state competing in T20 format.
