In the realm of One Day International (ODI) cricket, centuries stand as monumental landmarks of a batsman’s prowess. Pakistan, a cricketing powerhouse, has witnessed the rise of exceptional talents who have consistently delivered centuries, captivating fans worldwide. These centuries are not merely runs on the scoreboard; they are tales of skill, determination, and audacious strokeplay.
In this article, we embark on a journey through the careers of Pakistan’s top ODI century-makers, delving into their cricketing personas and the indelible marks they have left on the sport.
Most Centuries for Pakistan in ODI
| Player | Innings | 100s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saeed Anwar | 244 | 20 | 194 |
| Babar Azam | 120 | 19 | 158 |
| Mohammad Yousuf | 267 | 15 | 141* |
| Fakhar Zaman | 80 | 11 | 210* |
| Mohammad Hafeez | 216 | 11 | 140* |
| Ijaz Ahmed | 232 | 10 | 139* |
| Inzamam-ul-Haq | 348 | 10 | 137* |
| Imam-ul-Haq | 65 | 9 | 151 |
| Ramiz Raja | 197 | 9 | 119* |
| Shoaib Malik | 258 | 9 | 143 |
Key Stats
1: Mohammad Yousuf is the only Pakistani player to score a century in his 100th ODI game.
3: Only 3 players have smashed 15 or more ODI centuries for Pakistan, including Yousuf, Babar Azam, and Saeed Anwar.
194: Saeed Anwar’s best score (194) remained the highest individual score by a Pakistani batsman in ODIs for almost two decades until Fakhar Zaman smashed it by scoring 210* against Zimbabwe in 2018.
These century-makers have not only etched their names in Pakistan’s cricketing history but have also significantly contributed to the team’s success on the international stage. Each century represents not just individual milestones but also moments of pride for Pakistan’s cricketing legacy.
