Most Hundreds in ICC Champions Trophy History

The International Cricket Federation Champions Trophy, also known as the ‘Mini World Cup’, is an important platform to showcase extraordinary cricket and outstanding performances. Since its inception in 1998, top teams from around the world have come together to compete for glory in one of the most prestigious international cricket tournaments. Over the years, the event has become associated with exciting races, memorable events and extraordinary personal achievements.

A century is one of cricket’s most cherished achievements and achieving it in the International Cricket Federation Champions Trophy is a sign of true skill. It shows a player’s technical proficiency and their ability to perform well under pressure and step up when it matters most. The tournament’s unique format adds to the difficulty and importance of reaching a century, including high-stakes matches taking place immediately.

Some of the best cricketers have made an impact with memorable innings in this tournament. From traditional textbook batting to explosive knocks, every century of the ICC Champions Trophy has contributed to the history of the tournament. These innings often change the outcome of the game, lead to wins and make the player’s name famous in the world of cricket.

Here we take a closer look at the players with the most centuries in ICC Champions Trophy history. Their extraordinary achievements are testament to their skill, determination and ability on the big stage, cementing their status as cricket legends.

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List of players with the most 100 appearances in the history of the ICC Champions Trophy

Here is the complete list of the top 10 players with the most centuries in ICC Champions Trophy history:

player

span

100 seconds

Match played

hostel

running

Highest number of rounds

S Dhawan(IND)

2013-2017

3

10

10

701

125

HH Gibbs(SA)

2002-2009

3

10

10

Chapter 460

116*

SC Ganguly(IND)

1998-2004

3

13

11

Chapter 665

141*

CH Gayle (WI)

2002-2013

3

No. 17

No. 17

Chapter 791

133*

Saeed Anwar (PAK)

2000-2002

2

4

4

Chapter 289

105*

Wutalanga(SL)

2006-2017

2

7

7

Chapter 377

110

ME Trescothick (English)

2000-2004

2

8

8

Chapter 421

119

SR Watson (Australia)

2002-2013

2

No. 17

15

Chapter 453

136*

Shahryar Nafees (BAN)

2006-2006

1

3

3

166

123*

Bachelor Stokes (England)

2017-2017

1

4

3

184

102*

Source: ESPN

1. Shikhar Dhawan (India) – 3 centuries

Shikhar Dhawan has been one of the most consistent performers in the ICC tournament and his record in the ICC Champions Trophy is no exception.

Known for his aggressive batting and ability to stabilize an innings, Dhawan has scored three centuries in just 10 games in the tournament, making him the leading century scorer. He scored a total of 701 runs in just 10 innings at an average of 77.88, underlining his dominance in the Champions Trophy.

2. Herschelle Gibbs (South Africa) – three centuries

Herschelle Gibbs is a dynamic South African opener known for his explosive batting and ability to perform in high-pressure situations.

Gibbs scored three centuries in the Champions Trophy in 10 matches and his innings were often crucial for South Africa. Despite having fewer runs total (460), Gibbs’ consistency made him a key player for South Africa.

3. Sourav Ganguly (India) – 3 centuries

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly is known for his elegance and leadership from the front and he also scored three centuries in the ICC Champions Trophy. During his tenure, his contributions were crucial to India’s stellar performance in the tournament.

Ganguly scored 665 runs in 11 innings at an average of 73.88, cementing his status as one of India’s standout performers in the ICC tournament.

4. Chris Gayle (West Indies) – 3 centuries

Chris Gayle, known as “The Boss of the Universe”, is one of the most destructive batsmen in the history of cricket. In the ICC Champions Trophy, Gayle’s three centuries in 17 matches highlighted his ability to single-handedly take games away from his opponents. Gayle remains the highest scorer in Champions Trophy history with 791 points.