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Top 5 Players With Most Test Centuries Against One Team: Don Bradman Against England, Joe Root Against India And More

In Test cricket history, only a select few batsmen have racked up a remarkable number of centuries against one opponent. At the top of this elite list is the legendary Don Bradman, followed by modern greats. 

 

Don Bradman (Australia) vs England - 19 Centuries

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Don Bradman (Australia) vs England - 19 Centuries

Bradman holds the world record with 19 Test centuries against England, underscoring his dominance in one of cricket’s fiercest rivalries. 

 

Sunil Gavaskar (India) vs West Indies - 13 Centuries

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Sunil Gavaskar (India) vs West Indies - 13 Centuries

The Indian legend scored 13 hundreds in Test cricket against the West Indies, a testament to his mastery over formidable bowling attacks of the 1970s and ’80s. 

 

Jack Hobbs (England) vs Australia - 12 Centuries

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Jack Hobbs (England) vs Australia - 12 Centuries

With 12 Test centuries against Australia, Hobbs was one of Jim Laker’s favorite pre-war opponents. 

 

Steven Smith (Australia) vs England - 12 Centuries

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Steven Smith (Australia) vs England - 12 Centuries

Smith has amassed 12 centuries in Test matches against England, demonstrating his ability to perform across challenging conditions. 

 

Joe Root (England) vs India - 12 Centuries

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Joe Root (England) vs India - 12 Centuries

Root recently reached his 12th Test century against India, cementing his place among cricket’s elite. This feat places him just behind the top four century-makers of all time and surpasses Steve Smith for most centuries against India. 

 

Joe Root Eyes History

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Joe Root Eyes History

Joe Root became second highest run scorer after his 12th century against India in 4th test and inches himself closer to Sachin Tendulkar’s all time record. 

 

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