Urvil Patel, the wicketkeeper batter for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), made headlines on May 10 by scoring a stunning 50 runs off just 13 balls against Lucknow Super Giants at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chepauk, Chennai, equaling the record for the joint-fastest fifty in Indian Premier League (IPL) history. Born on October 17, 1998, in Mehsana, Gujarat, Patel has established himself as an aggressive top-order player, known for his ability to accelerate run rates quickly. His journey in cricket began at an early age, heavily influenced by his father, Mukesh Patel, a physical training teacher, and his mother, who made significant sacrifices to support his training. Notably, Patel's domestic career includes a remarkable performance in the 2023 Vijay Hazare Trophy, where he scored an unbeaten century off just 41 deliveries, marking the second-fastest List A hundred by an Indian batter. He was initially acquired by Gujarat Titans for ₹20 lakh (approximately $24,000 USD) during the 2023 IPL auction but later made his debut with CSK in 2025 after being released by the Titans. Patel's record-breaking innings continues to showcase his potential in the league and his impressive power-hitting capabilities.