Most centuries in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT)
By Ravi - Dec 14, 2025 05:15 PMLast updated on Dec 14, 2025 05:19 PM
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy, played between India and Australia, is considered one of the most exciting and prestigious series in Test cricket. Scoring runs in this series has never been easy for batsmen, but some legendary players have etched their names in history with their batting prowess, setting records that still stand today. When it comes to centuries, Australia's Steve Smith tops the list.
Most centuries in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT)
1. Steve Smith
Steve Smith played 23 matches in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy between 2013 and 2025, scoring 10 centuries. He amassed 2201 runs in 44 innings, with a highest score of 192. Smith's average of 57.92 reflects his consistency and technical prowess. His technique and patience against India have always been a subject of particular discussion.
2. Virat Kohli
Former India captain Virat Kohli is second on this list. Kohli has scored nine centuries in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT). He has amassed over 2100 runs in the 29 matches he played between 2011 and 2025. His aggressive batting and match-winning performances on Australian soil will always be memorable for Indian fans.
3. Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar, often referred to as the "God of Cricket," scored nine centuries in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Between 1996 and 2013, he amassed 3262 runs in 34 matches. His highest score of 241 not out is still fondly remembered. Sachin's average of 56.24 in this series further solidifies his legendary status.
4. Ricky Ponting
Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has scored eight centuries in this tournament. Ponting, who amassed 2555 runs in 29 matches, had a highest score of 257. Several of his centuries against India proved to be match-winning performances. Under his captaincy, Australia registered many memorable victories.
5. Michael Clarke
Michael Clarke scored seven centuries in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. His historic unbeaten innings of 329 runs in the 2012 Sydney Test is still considered one of the greatest innings in the history of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Clarke made a distinct mark in the BGT with both his captaincy and his batting.
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