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Why Fender’s 35-minute ton from 1920 remains unbeaten after 106 years

In 1920, Percy Fender set the remarkable record for the fastest authentic first-class cricket century, scoring a hundred in a mere thirty-five minutes while playing for Surrey against Northamptonshire. Despite other rapid centuries being noted, they lacked the genuine competitive spirit required to challenge Fender's achievement. Thus, his incredible performance stands firm as the ultimate…

Why Fender’s 35-minute ton from 1920 remains unbeaten after 106 years

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