The modern cricket is adorned with extraordinary batsmen who have repeatedly conquered the Indian bowling attack, leaving an undiluted mark on the Indian team’s performance. Among these batting maestros, Steven Smith stands from the rest by becoming the batter with the most test centuries against India, having scored 15 centuries against India after today’s innings in Gabba with a score of 102 runs.
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Ricky Ponting also compete in this catalogue, both having scored 14 centuries against India. , while Ponting, known for his technical brilliance and aggressive approach, achieved the milestone. Closing on Ponting is Joe Root, the English batting maestro, who has crafted 13 centuries against India across. His consistency and adaptability against varied bowling attacks have been nothing short of remarkable. He has been at the top of the podium for a while when his fellow from the England team, Harry Brook surpassed him to become the world number one which resulted in the former’s demotion to one slot. The list then travels back in time to the legendary Viv Richards, the West Indian who achieved 11 centuries that defines his batting and all-round capabilities. Richards, with his intimidating presence and brutal batting marvels also mentions his name under the list.
These numbers are more than mere statistics; they representing memorable knocks, showcasing individual brilliance against one of the most challenging bowling lineups in Test cricket. Each century represents hours of concentration, technical skill, mental resilience, and an unquenchable passion for the game. The ability to consistently score hundreds against India – a team renowned for its diverse and potential bowling arsenal separates best from the best, making these achievements truly extraordinary.
