Rohit Sharma of India celebrates after scoring a century during the 4th One Day International, ODI, between India and Sri Lanka held at the Eden Gardens Stadium, Kolkata, India on the 13th November 2014 Photo. Photo Credit: BCCI
Rohit Sharma holds the record for scoring the Most ODI Centuries in the history of Cricket World Cups. With seven centuries in World Cups, he comfortably sits atop of the table with most centuries in World Cup history. David Warner and Sachin Tendulkar follow with six centuries each while Kumar Sangakkara and Virat Kohli round off the top five with Five centuries apiece.
Most ODI Centuries in Cricket World Cup History
Here’s a close look at the Top 5 players with most hundreds in history of Cricket World Cup.
| Rank | Player | Span | Matches | Runs | Highest Score | 100 |
| 1 | Rohit Sharma (India) | 2015-2023 | 28 | 1575 | 140 vs Pakistan (2019) | 7 |
| 2 | David Warner (Australia) | 2015-2023 | 29 | 1527 | 178 vs Afghanistan (2015) | 6 |
| 3 | Sachin Tendulkar (India) | 1992-2011 | 45 | 2278 | 152 vs Namibia (2003) | 6 |
| 4 | Kumar Sangakkara (Sri Lanka) | 2003-2015 | 37 | 1532 | 124 vs Scotland (2015) | 5 |
| 5 | Virat Kohli (India) | 2011-2023 | 37 | 1795 | 107 vs Pakistan (2015) | 5 |
Rohit Sharma leads the way with seven centuries in World Cups including an impressive five in 2019 making him the top century‑maker on the biggest stage. David Warner and Sachin Tendulkar are right behind him with six each showcasing their dominance through different eras. Tendulkar participated in six World Cups from 1992 to 2011. He also holds the record for the most runs in tournament history totaling 2,278 at an average of 56.95. Kumar Sangakkara was known for his remarkable streak of four consecutive centuries in 2015. Virat Kohli hit three centuries in the 2023 edition while setting a new single‑tournament record of 701 runs and together they complete the list with five centuries each. Together, these cricketing legends have redefined what it means to excel and have set lasting benchmarks in the sport’s most prestigious competition.
Most ODI Centuries in a Single World Cup
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Rohit Sharma holds the record for most centuries in single edition of an ODI World Cup. He registered a tally of five centuries in the 2019 ODI World Cup. He led India’s batting unit and emerged as the highest run-getter in the 2019 CWC. With 648 runs in 9 matches, scored at an average of 81, the Indian opener was in prime form. He began his campaign with a ton against South Africa at Southampton. Courtesy of Sharma’s terrific display of form, India managed to reach the Semis in 2019 WC before bowing out against New Zealand in a crunch thriller. Kumar Sangakkara is closely behind Sharma with his four hundreds scored in 2015. Playing in his ultimate WC edition, the Southpaw unleashed his best form, amassing 541 runs at an average of 108.
