The rich history of West Indies cricket is adorned with exceptional talents that have made an everlasting impact on Test matches. These cricketing legends not only showcased unmatched skills but also unwavering dedication to the game.
Scoring a Test century is a remarkable feat that reflects a batsman’s expertise, perseverance, and unwavering attitude, often influencing team victories and marking significant personal milestones. From the stylish flair of Sir Vivian Richards to Brian Lara’s unyielding resolve, we celebrate these legends who’ve solidified their status as cricketing greats.
In this article, we will delve into the top 10 batsmen with the most centuries for the West Indies in Test cricket.
Most Centuries for West Indies in Test Cricket
| Player | Innings | 100s | High Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Lara | 230 | 34 | 400* |
| Shivnarine Chanderpaul | 280 | 30 | 203* |
| Garfield Sobers | 160 | 26 | 365* |
| Vivian Richards | 182 | 24 | 291 |
| Gordon Greenidge | 185 | 19 | 226 |
| Clive Lloyd | 175 | 19 | 242* |
| Desmond Haynes | 202 | 18 | 184 |
| Richie Richardson | 146 | 16 | 194 |
| Chris Gayle | 182 | 15 | 333 |
| Rohan Kanhai | 137 | 15 | 256 |
Key insights from the above Stats
10: An extraordinary record belongs to Garfield Sobers, who notched an impressive 26 centuries during his career. What’s even more remarkable is that 10 of these centuries were achieved against England, marking the highest count by any West Indies player against a single nation.
9: Brian Lara of the West Indies smashed 9 Test double hundreds, the most by any West Indian batter. Lara trails the iconic Sir Donald Bradman and Kumar Sangakkara, who have 12 and 11 double centuries to their names, respectively. (Check out Sangakkara’s Test double tons here.)
300: Brian Lara and Chris Gayle share a unique record, each scoring 2 triple-hundreds for the West Indies. This accomplishment sets them apart in the cricketing world.
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400: Brian Lara stands as the sole player to have ever scored an incredible 400 runs in a single inning of a Test match. This exceptional feat showcases Lara’s unparalleled skill and determination.
56: Vivian Richards blazed through history by scoring the fastest century in Test cricket for the West Indies, achieving it in just 56 balls in 1986. While this record was later equalled and surpassed, Richards’ feat remains etched in the annals of cricketing lore.
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