Six Centuries Scored Across Three ODI Matches
Cricket players achieved a rare feat of offensive dominance in international play on September 28, 2026.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Soccer
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Six cricketers achieved centuries during international ODI matches held in India, South Africa, and England. The performance included major scoring milestones for Virat Kohli, who also surpassed 15,000 career ODI runs.
Why it matters
The simultaneous offensive success across multiple global venues highlights a rare day of high-scoring parity in international cricket. It serves as a significant marker for the current standard of batting efficiency in the one-day format.
Players recorded 6 centuries on September 28, 2026, with individual scores including 139 by Virat Kohli, 142 by David Miller, 126 by Tom Banton, 110 by Shubman Gill, 103 by Temba Bavuma, and 101 by Justin Greaves.
The players
Virat Kohli
An Indian cricketer who reached the milestone of 15,000 career runs in the one-day international format.
David Miller
A South African batter who contributed a high-scoring century during the match in Johannesburg.
Lizaad Williams
A South African bowler who claimed three wickets to help secure his team victory against Australia.
The details
Matches in Thiruvananthapuram, Johannesburg, and London saw teams post high totals, including South Africa hitting 365/9 and England reaching 355/7. South Africa secured their victory using bowling contributions from Lizaad Williams, Marco Jansen, and Keshav Maharaj.
Timeline
September 28, 2026: Six centuries were scored across three separate international ODI matches.
Season Trajectory
This flurry of high scores updates the current standard for batting efficiency in the one-day format. It places immediate pressure on international bowling lineups to adjust their tactical approach before the next round of fixtures.
Virat Kohli joining the 15,000-run club solidifies his statistical standing in all-time ODI rankings. Fantasy cricket participants should note the increased scoring volatility across these teams when setting future rosters.
The takeaway
The record-setting day demonstrates the evolving nature of offensive efficiency in modern cricket. Fans can expect continued scrutiny on pitch conditions and bowler strategies as teams attempt to maintain balance against such high output.
Further reading
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