Top 10 Batsman with most centuries in World Cup history

Top 10 Batsman with most centuries in World Cup history: Century in a limited overs fixture is a dream for any batsman. Given the context, a few centuries could be considered to be amongst the best. But, can there be any bigger context in cricket than the World Cup. There is a phrase,” Cometh the moment Cometh the man”. Here we present you the top 10 batsmen with most centuries on the world’s biggest stage, The ICC Cricket World Cup. 10. Matthew Hayden (3 centuries in 21 innings, Average: – 51.94) The Hunky Mathew Hayden has scored 3 tons in his world cup career spanning 21 innings.(Photo Source: AFP) Matthew Hayden, a strong well-built master stroke player who fills fear in every bowler that bowls to him. His near flawless game in 2003 and 2007 world cups helped Aussies to clinch two world cups in those editions. His contribution at the top with Gilchrist is something that the entire cricketing world will never forget about. Haydos has 3 world cup tons to his name.9. Rameez Raja (3 centuries in 16 innings, Average: – 53.84) Ramiz Raja has played 16 innings in his world cup career and has scored 3 centuries. (Photo Source: Getty Images) Rameez Raja was an integral team player during 1992 triumph of Pakistan. His contributions as an opener to Pakistan over a decade is something that every Pakistani fan will cherish. His ability to perform at highest level in crucial matches has made impact to Pakistan’s chances in every world cup he competed in. And 3 world cup hundreds add cherry to his achievements.8. Tillakaratne Dilshan (4 centuries in 24 innings, Average:- 55.60) Tillakaratne Dilshan it his 4th century in World Cups against Scotland on 11th March 2015. (Photo Source: BCCI) Sri Lankan opener Tillakaratne Dilshan just hit his 4th ton in his World Cup career against Scotland on 11th March 2015. Dilshan also hit his highest ODI score of 161* during this World Cup. A prolific opener, wicketkeeper and a good off spinner, Dilshan has been one of the best serving players for the Sri Lankan cricket since his debut in 1999. 7. Mahela Jayawardene (4 centuries in 32 innings, Average:- 37.72) Mahela Jayawardene has 4 centuries in his World Cup career.(Photo Source: BCCI) The former Sri Lankan Captain has 4 hundreds in World Cup tournaments. He made his World Cup debut in 1999 and since then has been a constant presence in the Sri Lankan side. He also led Sri Lanka to the finals of the 2007 edition. Jayawardene is one of the few batsmen to hit a century in a World Cup final, he did it in the 2011 final against India, but it went in vain as India defeated Sri Lanka to win the trophy. 6. Mark Waugh (4 centuries in 22 innings, Average: – 52.84) The significant contributor that Mark Waugh has also scored 4 centuries in world cups. (Photo Source: Getty Images) The younger Waugh for the most part played under the shadow of his brother, Steve Waugh. Mark Waugh played very crucial knocks when it came to world cups at the biggest stage in the world. 4 Centuries in world cups is no means and easy feat where others thrive to score at least one century during their lifetime. 5. Sourav Ganguly (4 centuries in 21 innings, Average: – 55.88) The former Indian cricketer Sourav Ganguly has 4 tons in the 21 world cup innings that he has played. (Photo Source: Getty Images) Sourav Ganguly, a man who leads from the front had always set an example during world cups. Be it 1999, 2003 0r 2007 debacle, Dada was the only one who stood firm on all the 3 occasions. He knows what it takes to deliver at the World Cup to fulfill a billion hopes. He will always be remembered as a leader for transforming team India. 4. AB de Villiers (4 centuries in 20 innings, Average: – 57.94) AB deVilliers one of the best limited overs cricketers has struck 3 hundreds in his 15 world cup innings and is at number 5. (Photo Source: Getty Images) They might be chokers, but when it comes to producing elite players South Africa stands on par with top nations. From an exciting prospect in 2007, AB de Villiers has gone on to becoming the world’s best batsman. Call him one of the best finisher or a free flowing hitter; he has all the shots in and off the cricket book. AB has scored 4 centuries in 20 world cup appearances. 3. Ricky Ponting (5 centuries in 42 innings, Average: – 45.86) Ricky Ponting the most successful Aussie skipper in world cup cricket has also hit 5 centuries in his 42 innings career. (Photo Source : Reuters ) A leader of his own league, Ricky Ponting is the first Australian Captain to lead them to two successive world cups. His splendid century against India in 2003 final is the main reason for Australia to triumph over a spirited Indian team which is on a roll of 9 consecutive wins. His ageless knock at 2011 World Cup against India is another crucial knock in his world cup career. 2. Kumar Sangakkara (5 centuries in 34 innings, Average:- 54.52) Kumar Sangakkara became the 1st batsman to hit 4 consecutive centuries in a single World Cup tournament (© Getty Images) The Sri Lankan veteran became the first batsman in the history of World Cup cricket to hit 4 consecutive centuries in 4 matches. He started with 7 runs against the Afghan team, but scores of 105* and 117* against Bangladesh and England and 104 against Australia gave him 3 centuries in 3 matches. And with a 124 against Scotland on 11th March, he became the first batsman in ODIs to hit 4 centuries in 4 matches and first in World Cup to hit 4 centuries in a single edition. He had also hit a century against New Zealand in the 2011 World Cup match in Mumbai. 1. Sachin Tendulkar (6 centuries in 44 innings, Average: – 56.95) Sachin Tendulkar tops yet another list with 6 centuries in 44 innings in world cup history. (Photo Source: Associated Press) Well, no surprises here. It has to be him, The God of Cricket. When it comes to world cups or for that matter any match, Sachin is the hope of an entire nation which goes crazy for cricket. Despite his heroics in every world cup he played, India was unable to clinch the ultimate glory until his last in 2011. He described that moment as the best in his entire career. His attachment to world cup is not yet over as he will be the official brand ambassador of the upcoming 2015 World Cup. *All stats updated till 11th March 2015.