Shai Hope Closes In On Chris Gayle In Most ODI Hundreds For West Indies; Here's Full List

Akshita Patel

Most ODI Hundreds For West Indies [Source: @wescrihmer, @RCBTweets/X.com]Most ODI Hundreds For West Indies [Source: @wescrihmer, @RCBTweets/X.com]

When it comes to producing batting legends, the West Indies have a rich heritage of stroke-makers who’ve lit up ODI cricket with their grace, strength, and winning hundreds.

From the brutal force of Chris Gayle to the timeless elegance of Brian Lara, the Caribbean side has always had men capable of dominating world-class bowling attacks. 

Most recently, Shai Hope has moved up in the list with a sensational century (120 off 94 balls) against Pakistan in the 3rd ODI. On that note, here’s a look at the players with the most ODI hundreds for West Indies. 

5. Gordon Greenidge, Sir Vivian Richards, Shivnarine Chanderpaul - 11 Hundreds

5. Gordon Greenidge, Sir Vivian Richards, Shivnarine Chanderpaul - 11 Hundreds [Source: @windiescricket, @nnis_sports/X.com]5. Gordon Greenidge, Sir Vivian Richards, Shivnarine Chanderpaul - 11 Hundreds [Source: @windiescricket, @nnis_sports/X.com]

The no.5 place in the list is jointly held by 3 players. Gordon Greenidge, playing from 1975 to 1991, scored 11 ODI centuries, building many iconic opening partnerships with Haynes. Sir Viv was the original ODI superstar, dominating bowlers long before T20 cricket existed. 

Richards’ 11 ODI hundreds came with an astonishing strike rate of 90.20, unheard of in the late ’70s and ’80s. Patient, gritty, and unshakeable, Shivnarine Chanderpaul scored 11 hundreds in ODIs between 1994 and 2011. Known for his unique stance, he quietly piled up 8,778 runs in the 50-over format.

4. Desmond Haynes - 17 Hundreds

4. Desmond Haynes - 17 Hundreds [Source: @ICC/X.com]4. Desmond Haynes - 17 Hundreds [Source: @ICC/X.com]

Before Chris Gayle’s big-hitting era, Desmond Haynes was the West Indies’ most reliable opener. Between 1978 and 1994, Haynes scored 17 hundreds in ODIs, often providing his team with steady starts alongside Gordon Greenidge. He scored 8,648 runs at an average of 41.37, showing his mettle in an age of powerful fast bowling and slower scoring.

3. Shai Hope – 18 Hundreds

3. Shai Hope – 18 Hundreds [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/X.com]3. Shai Hope – 18 Hundreds [Source: @CricCrazyJohns/X.com]

Among modern players, Shai Hope is notable for his remarkable consistency as he carries forward the legacy. Having made his debut in 2016, Hope has already registered 18 ODI centuries within 142 appearances with a glittering average of 50.24. 

His own tendency to control the pace of an innings and deliver under duress has earned him the place of honor as the most reliable batman of the present West Indies team. His highest ODI score of 170 is a testament to his skill and temperament.

2. Brian Lara - 19 Hundreds

2. Brian Lara - 19 Hundreds [Source: @randomcricstat/X.com]2. Brian Lara - 19 Hundreds [Source: @randomcricstat/X.com]

No list featuring West Indies cricketers is complete without legend Brian Lara, whose batting was pure art. Popular for his high backlift and beautiful cover drives, Lara notched up 19 ODI centuries from 1990 to 2007. Lara finished with 10,348 runs in ODIs at an average of 40.90, with a highest score of 169. While his strike rate (79.62) was modest compared to today’s standards, his class and adaptability remain unmatched. 

1. Chris Gayle – 25 Hundreds

1. Chris Gayle – 25 Hundreds [Source: @ICC/X.com]1. Chris Gayle – 25 Hundreds [Source: @ICC/X.com]

No one in West Indies cricket has scored more ODI hundreds than Chris Gayle. The ‘Universe Boss’ smashed 25 centuries in his ODI career between 1999 and 2019. With his towering sixes and fearless batting, Gayle became a nightmare for bowlers worldwide. 

His highest score of 215 came in the 2015 World Cup against Zimbabwe, a knock filled with pure power. In 298 matches, Gayle scored 10,425 runs at an average of 38.04 and a strike rate of 87.16, including 330 sixes, the most by any West Indies player.