ICC World Test Championship Final: Steve Smith Joins Joe Root As Leading Test Centurions Against India With WTC Final Ton

Last Update on: June 8th, 2023 at 04:25 pm

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In a remarkable feat of batting prowess, Australia’s Steve Smith equaled former England captain Joe Root for the most Test centuries against India (9). Smith achieved this milestone by scoring a magnificent century during the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final against the Indian cricket team.

The achievement places Steve Smith in an elite group of cricketers, as legends Ricky Ponting, Sir Viv Richards, and Sir Garfield Sobers also having eight Test centuries to their names against India. With his 9th ton, Steve Smith has also passed the mark of scoring over 2000 runs against India in Test cricket.

Steve Smith’s century in the WTC final showcased his exceptional skill and resilience as he battled against India’s formidable bowling attack. The Australian batsman’s achievement is all the more impressive when considering the illustrious names that share this record. Smith’s determination and ability to consistently perform against India have solidified his reputation as one of the greatest Test batsmen of his generation.

Most Test Hundreds Against India In Test Cricket

9 – Joe Root
9* – Steve Smith
8 – Ricky Ponting
8 – Sir Viv Richards
8 – Sir Garfield Sobers

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While Smith’s latest century propels him to the top of the charts for most Test hundreds against India, he remains a prominent figure in Australia’s cricketing history. With this century, Smith has now amassed an impressive total of 31 Test hundreds, placing him third on the list of highest century-makers for Australia.

Most Test hundreds for Australia
41 – Ricky Ponting
32 – Steve Waugh
31 – Steve Smith
30 – Matthew Hayden
29 – Sir Don Bradman

Steve Smith Continues His Purple Patch At The English Soil

Additionally, Steve Smith’s exceptional batting skills have made a lasting impact on England’s cricketing landscape. As a visiting batsman in England, he stands among the select few to have scored the most Test centuries on English soil.

Alongside the legendary Sir Don Bradman’s 11 tons, Smith’s seven centuries place him in an elite category shared by only a handful of players. His ability to adapt to challenging English conditions has earned him the respect and admiration of cricket fans worldwide.

Visiting batsmen with most Test hundreds in England
11 – Sir Don Bradman
7 – Steve Waugh
7 – Steve Smith
6 – Rahul Dravid
6 – Gordon Greenidge

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Steve Smith Becomes 2nd Fastest To Reach 31 Centuries In Test Cricket

Sachin Tendulkar (IND) – 164 inns
Steve Smith (AUS) – 170* inns
Ricky Ponting (AUS) – 174 inns
Younis Khan (PAK) – 184 inns
Sunil Gavaskar (IND) – 194 inns

Notably, Smith’s ability to score centuries at a rapid pace is evident from his achievement of reaching 31 centuries in just 170 innings. This feat makes him the second-fastest player to reach the milestone, behind the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. Smith’s determination and consistent performances have firmly established him as a modern-day great in the world of cricket.

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As the cricketing world applauds Steve Smith for his remarkable achievement of equaling Joe Root’s record for most Test centuries against India, the Australian batsman continues to amaze fans with his exceptional skills.

Steve Smith’s ability to perform under pressure, his adaptability to different conditions, and his insatiable hunger for runs make him an invaluable asset to the Australian cricket team. With many more matches ahead, fans eagerly anticipate witnessing Smith’s continued excellence on the field.