Scoring runs in the iconic Ashes series is well and truly a tough challenge because the series creates an electrifying atmosphere on and off the field. The crowds also play a part in the series as they are responsible for rooting their favourite players in cricketing action.
On top of that, the spice, drama, tension and excitement totally make the Ashes an engaging spectacle for cricket fans across the world. Australia have won the Ashes 34 times whereas England have won the Ashes 32 times in history. Several players have contributed to the team and did the country proud.
Case in point, we will now skim through the four batsmen with the most centuries in the Ashes series.
1. Don Bradman
Don Bradman is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time. He has the best batting average of 99.9 in the longest format of the game. Having played 52 Tests for Australia, he scored 6996 runs including 29 centuries, 13 half-centuries, 12 double centuries and two triple centuries. Bradman slammed 19 centuries in The Ashes, the most by any batter in the prestigious event.
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2. Steve Smith
Steve Smith has been one of the finest batters of the current era. The right-handed batsman has been the most consistent performer for Australia in the longest format of the game. The experienced campaigner comes second on the list with 12 centuries scored in the Ashes series. Overall, he scored 9079 runs at an average of 59.73 including 32 centuries, 4 double centuries and 37 fifties.
3. Jack Hobbs
Jack Hobbs played a substantial role as a batsman for England from 1908 to 1930. Having played 61 Tests, he aggregated 5410 runs at an average of 56.9 including 15 centuries and 28 fifties. The former English batter scored 12 centuries in The Ashes.
4. Steve Waugh
Steve Waugh is considered one of the greatest cricketers of all time. The former Australian skipper scored 10927 runs at an exceptional batting average of 51.1 including 32 centuries, 50 fifties and 1 double century. On the other hand, he has scored crucial runs for the team against England in the Ashes. Overall, he has slammed a total of 10 centuries to his credit.
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