List of batsmen with the most centuries in List A cricket

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List of batsmen with the most centuries in List A cricket: List A cricket is often called the backbone of One Day International (ODI) cricket. It's the platform where players test their consistency, technique, and mental fortitude over extended periods. On the first day of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26, Virat Kohli scored his 58th and Rohit Sharma his 37th List A century, reigniting the debate about who is the batsman with the most centuries in List A cricket.

Let's take a look at the top batsmen on this list. This list is not just a story of statistics, but a testament to the consistency, class, and long careers of these batsmen. While Sachin Tendulkar still holds the top spot, Virat Kohli is just three centuries away from breaking his record. So, let's find out the list of batsmen with the most centuries in List A cricket.

Batsmen with the Highest Number of List A Centuries

Rank	Player Name	Centuries	Innings
1	Sachin Tendulkar	60	538
2	Virat Kohli	58	330
3	Graham Gooch	44	601
4	Graeme Hick	40	630
5	Kumar Sangakkara	39	501
6	Rohit Sharma	37	339

6. Rohit Sharma: 37 centuries

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Rohit Sharma further solidified his place in this elite club by scoring his 37th List A century on the first day of the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26. 37 centuries in 339 innings show that Rohit is a master of scoring big runs, especially in limited-overs cricket. Playing for Mumbai against Sikkim, the Hitman scored 155 runs off 94 balls with 18 fours and nine sixes before being dismissed. His explosive innings led Mumbai to a one-sided victory.

5. Kumar Sangakkara: 39

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Sri Lankan legend and wicketkeeper-batsman Kumar Sangakkara scored 39 centuries in 501 innings. His batting was characterized by class, patience, and technical purity. His average and consistency in List A cricket make him an important part of this list.

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4. Graeme Hick: 40 centuries

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Zimbabwe-born and England player Graeme Hick scored 40 centuries in List A cricket. Although his international career may not have lived up to expectations, his record in domestic and List A cricket places him among the greatest batsmen.

3. Graham Gooch: 44 centuries

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England's legendary batsman Graham Gooch scored 44 centuries in 601 innings. This figure shows that Gooch had a long career and consistently scored runs. His contribution to strengthening English cricket in the 80s and 90s is clearly reflected in his List A statistics.

2. Virat Kohli: 58 centuries

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Virat Kohli is among the fastest batsmen to score centuries on this list. He completed 58 centuries in just 330 innings, which demonstrates his exceptional consistency. His recent century in the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26 indicates that Kohli is still very much relevant in List A cricket and is the closest to Sachin's record. Kohli scored 131 runs off 101 balls against Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday, leading his team Delhi to victory.

1. Sachin Tendulkar: 60 centuries

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It's impossible to talk about centuries in List A cricket without mentioning Sachin Tendulkar at the top. The Master Blaster scored 60 centuries in 538 innings. This record remains unbroken to this day. Sachin's greatest strength was his ability to score runs on almost every type of pitch and in all conditions. From domestic cricket to international ODIs, his dominance in List A cricket was unparalleled.

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