Most Centuries in Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) till 2024 by India and Australia Batsmen

India and Australia will face off in the much-anticipated Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024, which will begin on November 22.

This series promises to be one of the tightest as India will travel to Australia for a five-match Test series.

The stakes are extremely high for the visiting Indian team – they must win four of the five matches to secure a place in the ICC World Test Championship final, adding to the tension and excitement of the series.

Additionally, the Border-Gavaskar Trophy has always provided some of the most memorable and competitive moments in Test cricket.

Among the standout performers over the years, Sachin Tendulkar, Ricky Ponting and Virat Kohli emerged as top producers of the century in the prestigious competition. Their incredible batting achievements set the benchmark for future generations.

In this article, we will look at the top batsmen who have scored the most runs in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy till 2024, focusing on the legends from India and Australia.

List of batsmen with most centuries in Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Here is the list of top batsmen from India and Australia who dominated the series with their stellar performances. The list includes:

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matches

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highest score

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Sachin Tendulkar(IND)

1996-2013

34

65

241*

9

Steven Smith (Australia)

2013-2023

18

35

192

8

Virat Kohli(IND)

2011-2023

twenty four

42

186

8

Ricky Ponting (Australia)

1996-2012

29

51

Chapter 257

8

Michael Clark (Australia)

2004-2014

twenty two

40

329*

7

Matthew Hayden (Australia)

2001-2008

18

35

203

6

VVS Laxman(IND)

1998-2012

29

54

Chapter 281

6

Cheteshwar Pujara (IND)

2010-2023

twenty four

43

204

5

Murali Vijay(IND)

2008-2018

15

28

167

4

David Warner (Australia)

2011-2023

20

37

180

4

Mike Hussey (Australia)

2007-2012

14

twenty four

150*

3

Justin Langer (Australia)

1999-2004

14

26

223

3

Virender Sehwag (IND)

2003-2013

twenty two

43

195

3

Damian Martin (Australia)

2003-2004

8

15

114

2

Gautam Gambhir(IND)

2004-2012

9

18

206

2

Steve Waugh (Australia)

1996-2004

13

twenty three

150

2

Simon Katic (Australia)

2003-2010

14

26

125

2

Adam Gilchrist (Australia)

1999-2008

18

31

122

2

Ajinkya Lakhani(IND)

2013-2021

No. 17

32

147

2

Sourav Ganguly(IND)

1996-2008

twenty four

44

144

2

Rahul Dravid(IND)

1996-2012

32

60

233

2

Marcus North (Australia)

2010-2010

2

4

128

1

Mohammad Azharuddin(IND)

1996-1998

4

7

163*

1

Shikhar Dhawan(IND)

2013-2014

4

7

187

1

Andrew Symonds (Australia)

2007-2008

4

7

162*

1

Glenn Maxwell (Australia)

2013-2017

4

8

104

1

Mark Taylor (Australia)

1996-1998

4

8

102*

1

Cameron Green (Australia)

2020-2023

6

9

114

1

Shubman Gill(IND)

2020-2023

5

9

128

1

Nayan Monja(IND)

1996-2001

6

11

152

1

Rishabh pants(IND)

2018-2021

7

12

159*

1

Friedschmann Saha (IND)

2012-2020

8

14

117

1

Usman Khawaja (Australia)

2018-2023

8

15

180

1

Marnus Labuschagne (Australia)

2019-2023

9

No. 17

108

1

Mark Waugh (Australia)

1996-2001

10

18

153*

1

Kuala Lumpur Rahul(IND)

2014-2023

11

19

110

1

Rohit Sharma(IND)

2014-2023

11

20

120

1

Shane Watson (Australia)

2008-2015

13

25

126

1

MS Dhoni(IND)

2007-2014

19

33

224

1

Source: ESPNcricinfo

Top 5 Indian Batsmen in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024

Sachin Tendulkar tops the list among Indian batsmen in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.

From 1996 to 2013, Tendulkar played 34 games and scored 9 centuries, with his highest score being 241*. Known for his consistency, he scored 3,262 points in the series and kept his average above 56.

Virat Kohli is next, who played between 2011 and 2023. Kohli’s aggressive yet elegant style resulted in eight centuries in 24 matches and a highest score of 186, making him a key figure in India’s dominance over the years.

VVS Laxman is known for his ability to withstand pressure and from 1998 to 2012, he hit 6 centuries in 29 games and set an unforgettable score of 281 runs.

Known for his solid and reliable batting, Cheteshwar Pujara contributed 5 centuries in 24 games between 2010 and 2023, with a highest score of 204.

Murali Vijay, another trusted opener, played 15 games between 2008 and 2018 and scored 4 centuries, including a highest score of 167.

Top 5 Australian batsmen in Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024

Steve Smith was Australia’s leading batsman in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and showed remarkable consistency between 2013 and 2023. In 18 games, Smith hit eight centuries and reached a highest score of 192, earning a reputation for dominance against India.

Australia’s former legendary captain Ricky Ponting scored eight centuries in 29 matches between 1996 and 2012 and topped them with 257 runs.

Michael Clarke made a huge contribution in his career, scoring 7 centuries in 22 games from 2004 to 2014 and scoring a career-high 329*, which was the Highest individual score in the series.

Matthew Hayden was a formidable opener who hit six centuries in 18 games from 2001 to 2008, with a highest score of 203, which propelled him to the top of the rankings important assets.

Rounding out the top five is David Warner, whose aggressive style earned him four centuries in 20 games between 2011 and 2023, with a high of 180 runs.

in conclusion

The Border-Gavaskar Trophy witnessed some of the finest batting performances from Indian and Australian players.

From Sachin Tendulkar’s usual virtuosity to Steve Smith’s current dominance, this match brought out the best from both batsmen.

Indian legends like Virat Kohli and VVS Laxman set the bar high, while Australian greats like Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke also played memorable innings.

These batsmen not only scored centuries but also created moments that cricket fans will always remember. The intensity and competitive spirit of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy continues to make it one of the most anticipated series in world cricket.

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