Most Centuries in T20 cricket 

Here is the list of the top five players with the most centuries in T20 cricket,

1-    Chris Gayle (West Indies) 

- Chris Gayle holds the record for the most centuries in T20 cricket. He has scored 22 centuries in T20 matches.

Key points about Chris Gayle include:

Playing Style:

  • Chris Gayle is an opening batsman who is known for his ability to score at a rapid pace, especially in Twenty20 (T20) cricket. He is renowned for hitting sixes and holds several records for the most sixes in various formats of the game.

International Career:

  • Gayle has represented the West Indies in all three formats of international cricket—Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and T20 Internationals. He made his Test debut in 2000, his ODI debut in 1999, and his T20I debut in 2006.

Records:

  • Chris Gayle has achieved numerous records in his cricket career, including being the first batsman to score a century in T20 International cricket. He is also known for his double century in ODIs, becoming the first non-Indian cricketer to achieve this feat.

Franchise Cricket:

  • Gayle has been a sought-after player in various T20 leagues around the world. He has played for several franchises in leagues such as the Indian Premier League (
  • IPL), the Big Bash League (BBL), and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL). His explosive batting style and entertaining demeanor have made him a fan favorite in T20 competitions.

Indian Premier League (IPL):

  • Chris Gayle has had a significant impact in the IPL, playing for teams like the Kolkata Knight Riders and the Royal Challengers Bangalore. He is particularly associated with the Royal Challengers Bangalore, where he has had remarkable seasons and holds records for the highest individual score in IPL matches.

Nickname:

  • Gayle is often referred to as the "Universe Boss" due to his self-confidence and assertive attitude both on and off the field.

Off the Field:

  • Beyond cricket, Chris Gayle is known for his charismatic and flamboyant personality. He has been involved in various philanthropic activities and business ventures.


2-      Babar Azam (Pakistan)

- Babar Azam a Pakistani batsman, is known for his explosive batting in T20 cricket. He has also scored 9 centuries in T20 matches.

Here are some key details about Babar Azam:

Birth and Early Career:

  • Babar Azam was born on October 15, 1994, in Lahore, Pakistan. He comes from a cricketing family, and his cousin is the Pakistani cricketer, Umar Akmal. Babar started playing cricket at a young age and quickly rose through the ranks in domestic cricket.

Playing Style:

  • Babar Azam is known for his technically sound batting and ability to play shots all around the ground. He is particularly strong in the cover drive and has been compared to some of the best batsmen in the world.

International Debut:

  • Babar made his international debut for Pakistan in a T20I against England in September 2016. He made an immediate impact, showcasing his talent with the bat.

Captaincy:

  • Babar Azam has taken on leadership roles for the Pakistani cricket team. He became the captain of the T20I team in 2019 and later assumed the role of captain for the ODI team as well. His leadership style is characterized by a calm demeanor and a focus on leading by example with his performances.

Consistency Across Formats:

  • One of Babar Azam's notable qualities is his consistency across all three formats of the game—Test matches, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). He has been a key batsman for Pakistan in all formats.

Records:

  • Babar Azam has set several records in international cricket, including being the fastest to 1000 T20I runs for Pakistan. He also became the fastest Pakistani to reach 1000 runs in ODIs.

Franchise Cricket:

  • Babar Azam has been a sought-after player in various T20 leagues, including the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and other global T20 competitions. He has represented teams such as Karachi Kings in the PSL.

Awards and Recognition:

  • Babar Azam has received accolades for his performances, including the PCB's Emerging Cricketer of the Year award. He is often regarded as one of the brightest talents in international cricket.


3-      David Warner (Australia)

- David Warner, the Australian opening batsman, has been a prolific scorer in T20 cricket. He has recorded 8 centuries in T20 matches.

Here are some key points about David Warner:

Birth and Early Career:

  • David Andrew Warner was born on October 27, 1986, in Paddington, Sydney, Australia. He rose through the ranks in Australian domestic cricket before making his international debut.

Playing Style:

  • Warner is a left-handed opening batsman known for his aggressive and attacking approach. He is particularly effective in limited-overs cricket, where he has achieved great success as an opening batsman.

International Debut:

  • He made his debut for the Australian national team in T20 Internationals in 2008, followed by his One Day International (ODI) debut in 2009 and Test debut in 2011.

Record-Breaking Performances:

  • Warner has set several records during his career, including being the first Australian since 1905 to score centuries in both innings of a Test match at the WACA Ground. He has also been among the leading run-scorers in international cricket.

IPL Career:

  • Warner has been a prominent figure in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has captained the Sunrisers Hyderabad and has been a consistent run-scorer, earning the Orange Cap (awarded to the leading run-scorer in a season) multiple times.

Captaincy:

  • Warner has served as the captain of the Australian cricket team in various formats. However, due to his involvement in the ball-tampering scandal in 2018, he faced suspension and stepped down from the captaincy.


4-      Aaron Finch (Australia) 

- Aaron Finch, the Australian opening batsman, has been a prolific scorer in T20 cricket. He has recorded 8 centuries in T20 matches.

Here are some key details about Aaron Finch:

Birth and Early Career:

  • Aaron James Finch was born on November 17, 1986, in Colac, Victoria, Australia. He began his cricketing career in Victoria's domestic setup.

Playing Style:

  • Finch is an aggressive right-handed batsman who is known for his powerful hitting, especially in limited-overs cricket. He is an opening batsman and has been a key player in the Australian limited-overs teams.

International Debut:

  • Finch made his debut for the Australian national team in a T20 International against England in 2011. He later made his One Day International (ODI) and Test debuts in the same year.

Limited-Overs Captaincy:

  • Aaron Finch has been a crucial part of Australia's limited-overs squads and has captained the team in both ODIs and T20 Internationals. His leadership has been marked by his aggressive approach and strategic captaincy.

T20 Leagues:

  • Finch has been a sought-after player in various T20 leagues around the world. He has played in tournaments like the Indian Premier League (IPL), representing teams such as the Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Record-Breaking Performances:

  • Finch holds several records in T20 Internationals, including the highest individual score (172 runs) in a T20I inning, achieved against Zimbabwe in 2018.

ODI Captaincy:

  • Finch assumed the role of captain for the Australian ODI team, leading the side in major tournaments, including the ICC Cricket World Cup.

Sheffield Shield and Big Bash League (BBL):

  • In addition to international and T20 cricket, Finch has played domestic cricket for Victoria in the Sheffield Shield. He has also been part of the Big Bash League, representing teams such as the Melbourne Renegades.


5-       Virat Kohli (India) 

-  Virat Kohli an Indian batsman, has been a consistent performer in T20 cricket. He has scored 7 centuries in T20 matches.

Here are some key points about Virat Kohli:

Birth and Early Career:

  • Virat Kohli was born on November 5, 1988, in Delhi, India. He showed promise as a young cricketer and rose through the ranks in Delhi's domestic cricket.

Playing Style:

  • Kohli is a right-handed batsman known for his technically sound and aggressive batting. He is considered one of the best batsmen in the world across all formats of the game.

International Debut:

  • Virat Kohli made his international debut for India in an ODI against Sri Lanka in August 2008. He later made his Test debut in 2011 against the West Indies.

Captaincy:

  • Kohli has been the captain of the Indian cricket team across all formats. He took over the Test captaincy in 2014 and became the limited-overs captain in 2017. In 2019, he announced stepping down as the T20I captain after the T20 World Cup.

Record-Breaking Performances:

  • Kohli has set numerous records in international cricket. He holds several records for the fastest centuries, most centuries in successful run-chases, and many more. He became the fastest player to reach 8,000, 9,000, 10,000, 11,000, and 12,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs).

Indian Premier League (IPL):

  • In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Kohli has been associated with the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) since the tournament's inception. He has also captained RCB and is one of the leading run-scorers in the history of the IPL.

Personal Life:

  • Virat Kohli is married to Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma. They got married in December 2017, and they have a daughter named Vamika.

6-      Brendon McCullum (New Zealand) 

- Brendon McCullum, the former New Zealand captain, is known for his aggressive batting in T20 cricket. He has scored 7 centuries in T20 matches.


7-      KL Rahul (India) 

- KL Rahul, an Indian batsman, has been a consistent performer in T20 cricket. He has scored 3 centuries in T20 matches.