International Cricket has seen cricketers transitioning from debuting rookies to the greatest of eras. While these cricketers on their way to becoming greats, have reached many milestones, they have created targets for upcoming generations as well. International Cricketers have scored plenty many hundreds in their career. Here, let us discuss who fare where onto the list of cricketers with the most international hundreds.
10. AB de Villiers (South Africa)
Former Proteas Skipper and Mr. 360°, AB de Villiers, was an aggressive batsman & out of the class fielder. The South African, 12th most runs scorer, is tenth on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While de Villiers scored 47 centuries in his career of 420 matches and 484 innings, it included 2 double-centuries.
Not only ABD scored double centuries, but he was not out both times. He scored 278 not out, his career best, against Pakistan at Sheikh Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi in 2010. AB had a career of 14 years though he could play another 5 years.
9. Rahul Dravid (India)
Former Indian Skipper and Mr. Wall, Rahul Dravid, was a defensive batsman & fine slip fielder. The 6th most runs scorer is ninth on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Dravid scored 48 centuries in his career of 509 matches and 605 innings, it included 5 double-centuries.
One interesting fact about his double centuries is that every time he hit a bigger score. He scored 270, his career best, against Pakistan at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi in 2004. Rahul had a career of 16 years though he could play Tests for another 2-3 years.
8. Brian Lara (West Indies)
Former West Indian Skipper and Princey, Brian Lara, was aggressive batsman & a decent slip fielder. The 7th most runs scorer is eighth on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Lara scored 53 centuries in his career of 430 matches and 521 innings, it included 9 double-centuries.
Lara not only hit a triple century, but a quadruple century as well. He scored 400 not out, his career best, against England at Antigua Recreation Ground, St. John’s in 2004. Brian had a career of 17 years though he could score 500 in International Cricket may be.
7. Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka)
Former Sri Lankan Skipper and Maiya, Mahela Jayawardene, was a defensive batsman & slip/mid off fielder. The 4th most runs scorer is seventh on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Mahela scored 54 centuries in his career of 652 matches and 725 innings, it included 7 double-centuries.
Jayawardene not only hit 7 triple century but one of these is a triple century as well. He scored 374, his career best, against South Africa at Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo in 2006. Mahela had a career of 18 years though he played second most innings.
6. Hashim Amla (South Africa)
Former South African Opener and Mr. Dependable, Hashim Amla, was a defensive batman & among the most consistent as well. The 14th most runs scorer is sixth on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Amla scored 55 centuries in his career of 349 matches and 437 innings, it included 4 double-centuries.
Amla not only hit 4 double century but one of these is a triple century as well. He scored 311 not out, his career best, against England at The Oval, London in 2012. Hashim had a career of 15 years though he could play another 3-4 years of International Cricket or more.
5. Jacques Kallis (South Africa)
Former Proteas All-round Cricketer, Jacques Kallis, was one of the games greatest all-rounders. The 5th most runs scorer is fifth also on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Kallis scored 62 centuries in his career of 519 matches and 617 innings, it included 2 double-centuries.
Kallis not only scored two doubles, but in one he stayed not out. He scored 224, his career best, against Sri Lanka at Newlands, Cape Town in 2012. Jacques had a career of 19 years though he is leading international runs scorer from South Africa.
4. Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka)
Former Sri Lankan Skipper and MCC President, Kumar Sangakkara, was a dependable batsman & great wicket-keeper. The 2nd most runs scorer is fourth on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Sanga scored 63 centuries in his career of 594 matches and 666 innings, it included 11 double-centuries.
Kumar hit not only eleven doubles but one of these was a triple century as well. He scored 319, his career best, against Bangladesh at Zohur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chittagong in 2014. Sanga had a career of 15 years though he could play 4th most International innings.
3. Virat Kohli (India)
Indian Skipper and Mr. Record Slayer, Virat Kohli, is an example of caution & aggression. The 8th most runs scorer, only active cricketer, is third on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Kohli has scored 70 centuries in his career of 413 matches and 455 innings, it included 7 double-centuries.
Virat not only hit 7 doubles, but his last one could well change into a triple as well. He scored 254 not out, his career best, against South Africa at Maharashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Pune in 2019. Kohli has an ongoing career of 12 years though he has already listed himself among the games great.
2. Ricky Ponting (Australia)
Former Kangaroo Skipper Ricky Ponting was aggressive batsman & captain. The 3rd most runs scorer is second on the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Ponting scored 71 centuries in his career of 560 matches and 668 innings, it included 6 double-centuries.
Ponting not only hit 6 doubles but two 195+ scores as well. He scored 257 his career best, against India at Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne in 2003. Ricky had a career of 17 years though he could play third most international innings.
1. Sachin Tendulkar (India)
Cricket Legend Sachin Tendulkar was an aggressive batsman & a decent leg spinner. The most runs scorer is atop the list of Cricketers with most international hundreds. While Sachin scored 100 centuries in his career of 664 matches and 782 innings, it included 6 double-centuries.
Tendulkar not only hit 6 doubles but two 190+ scores as well. He scored 248 not out, his career best, against Bangladesh at the Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka in 2004. Sachin had a career of 24 years though he used these to become the tallest cricket icon.