Australian batting stalwart Steve Smith has added yet another feather to his illustrious cap by scoring his 10th Test century against India during the IND vs AUS 3rd Test at the Gabba. With this ton, Smith has now equaled Joe Root’s record for the most Test centuries against India, further solidifying his stature as one of the finest Test batters of this generation.
Most Test Hundreds Against India
Here is the updated list of batters with the most Test centuries against India:
| Player | Hundreds | Innings |
|---|---|---|
| Steve Smith | 10 | 41 |
| Joe Root | 10 | 55 |
| Gary Sobers | 8 | 30 |
| Viv Richards | 8 | 41 |
| Ricky Ponting | 8 | 51 |
Smith’s ability to consistently perform against one of the toughest bowling attacks has been a hallmark of his career. Not only has he joined Joe Root at the top of the list, but he has also achieved the feat in far fewer innings, needing only 41 innings compared to Root’s 55.
Dominance Against India
Smith’s dominance over India has been one of the key narratives in modern Test cricket. Since his breakout performances in the 2014-15 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, the Australian maestro has tormented the Indian bowlers with his impeccable technique, composure, and ability to convert starts into big scores.
- Smith’s 10 centuries have come across various challenging conditions, including both home and away Tests.
- His average against India remains among the highest by any batter, reflecting his consistency and hunger for runs.
Comparison with Legends
Smith now finds himself in elite company alongside Joe Root, Gary Sobers, Viv Richards, and Ricky Ponting—legends of the game who have dominated India in their respective eras. What sets Smith apart is his efficiency: scoring 10 centuries in just 41 innings highlights his ability to deliver when it matters most.
For context, greats like Gary Sobers and Viv Richards needed fewer innings to score 8 hundreds, but Smith’s consistency against a modern-day Indian bowling attack makes his achievement all the more remarkable.
A Century That Matters
Smith’s latest ton came at a pivotal moment during the third Test at the Gabba, as Australia aimed to take control of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Facing a tough Indian pace attack, Smith played a composed knock, balancing caution with aggression, which eventually steered his side into a commanding position.
The Bigger Picture
Steve Smith’s ability to dominate India across formats and conditions has earned him a reputation as one of the greatest Test batters of this era. With more matches in the series to come, Smith will look to extend his record and possibly surpass Joe Root to take sole ownership of the title for most hundreds against India in Tests.