Who Has the Most Centuries in T20 Cricket?
Chris Gayle
Chris Gayle leads the T20 century charts alone. The West Indian superstar, known as the “Universe Boss,” has hit 22 T20 centuries, more than any other player. He is the face of T20 power-hitting due to his longevity, supremacy throughout global competitions, and ability to clear boundaries.
- Total T20 Centuries: 22
- Top Score: 175*
- T20 Runs: 14,000+
- Over 1,000 sixes (most in T20 history)
His nearest competitors are under double digits. In 2013, he scored 175* off 66 balls for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL, a T20 record.
Other Leading T20 Century-Makers
| Player | T20 Centuries | Highest Score | Notable Leagues/Teams |
| Chris Gayle | 22 | 175* | West Indies, RCB, KXIP, global |
| Babar Azam | 11 | 122 | Pakistan, PSL |
| Virat Kohli | 8 | 122* | India, RCB (IPL) |
| Aaron Finch | 8 | 172 | Australia, BBL |
| Michael Klinger | 8 | 126* | Australia, BBL |
Most Centuries in T20 Internationals (T20Is)
Franchise T20s have more centuries due to more matches, but T20Is are different. Both share the record for most centuries:
- Rohit Sharma (India): 5 centuries
- Glenn Maxwell (Australia): 5 centuries
Rohit Sharma and easy sixes are the greatest combo. Most of the good players struggle to keep up the pace.
The next player with four T20I centuries is Suryakumar Yadav (India), followed by Babar Azam and Colin Munro (three apiece).
T20I Most Centuries Table
| Player | T20I Centuries | Matches | Highest Score |
| Glenn Maxwell | 5 | 102 | 145* |
| Rohit Sharma | 5 | 151 | 118 |
| Suryakumar Yadav | 4 | 59 | 117 |
| Babar Azam | 3 | 104 | 122 |
| Colin Munro | 3 | 65 | 109* |
Most Centuries in T20 World Cups
Scoring a century at the World Cup is even better. Chris Gayle is the only player to score the centuries. He scored two centuries in T20, one 2007 and another one in 2016.
Brendon McCullum,
Mahela Jayawardene,
Suresh Raina,
Jos Buttler,
Tamim Iqbal,
Alex Hales,
Ahmed Shehzad,
Rilee Rossouw, and
Glenn Phillips
These players also scored centuries in T20.
Fastest Centuries in T20 Cricket
While centuries are one measure of excellence, T20 hundred speed is another. Sahil Chauhan of Estonia scored his T20 century in 27 balls against Cyprus in 2024. Kushal Malla of Nepal owns the T20I record with 34 balls.
Why Are T20 Centuries So Special?
- Limited Balls: Batters have 120 balls per innings and must take risks early.
- Tough Bowling: Variations and tough field settings make large scores harder.
- Pressure Situations: T20 matches sometimes involve high-pressure chases or collapses, making centuries more valuable.
- Entertainment: T20 centuries are full of boundaries and sixes, thrilling fans and changing games in minutes.
How Do Fans React to T20 Centuries?
Batter scores a T20 hundred and fans celebrate. Stadiums roar, social media trends, and the player’s reputation rises. T20 centuries are repeated for years, establishing cricket legend. What Can Young Players Learn from T20?
- Top centurions Gayle and Babar adjust to different bowlers and conditions.
- Shot Selection: Taking risks and hitting the boundary is essential to scoring 100 in T20.
- Fitness: Stamina is crucial to maintain the pace throughout the match.
- Greats have the mental strength to tolerate pressure and accelerate when needed.
Conclusion
Chris Gayle’s T20 centuries are still the standard. But Babar Azam and Virat Kohli also scored some of the best and most memorable centuries. A T20 century is a rare and spectacular achievement. Race for most hundreds will remain one of T20 cricket’s most interesting storylines as it grows. For more cricket strategic tips, register on the 96IN site.
