IND vs SA: Quinton de Kock Creates History With Record-Breaking Century in Vizag
South Africa’s Quinton de Kock smashed a stunning century against India in the 3rd ODI at Vizag, breaking multiple world records including most ODI tons by a wicketkeeper against one team and equalling Sangakkara’s all-time ODI century tally.
Quinton de Kock celebrates his record-breaking century against India in the 3rd ODI at Visakhapatnam.
The South African superstar wicketkeeper-batter Quinton de Kock to the delight of fans scored a century in the series deciding third ODI against India in Visakhapatnam literally. After two disappointing outings in the first two games the experienced player gave a fantastic showing scoring a marvellous 106 off 89 balls, where he hit 8 fours and 6 sixes. His hundred in just 80 balls made the audience at the stadium go crazy as he took the bowlers of all types to the cleaners all through the innings.
De Kock's innings not only placed South Africa in a comfortable situation but also earned him a spot in the record books along with several other historic milestones.
De Kock Creates History With a Flurry of Records
✔ Most ODI Centuries by a Wicketkeeper Against a Single Opponent
With 7 ODI centuries against India, de Kock surpassed legends Adam Gilchrist (6 vs Sri Lanka) and Kumar Sangakkara (6 vs India). He now holds the world record for most ODI centuries by a wicketkeeper against one team.
✔ Equals Sangakkara’s Record for Most ODI Centuries by a Wicketkeeper
De Kock’s latest ton is his 23rd ODI century, placing him level with Kumar Sangakkara, who also has 23. One more century will make de Kock the outright No. 1 wicketkeeper in ODI centuries.
Players with most ODI tons as wicketkeepers:
- Kumar Sangakkara – 23
- Quinton de Kock – 23
- Shai Hope – 19
- Adam Gilchrist – 19
✔ Equals Overseas ODI Century Record
De Kock matched the record for most ODI centuries in overseas conditions (7), joining:
Sachin Tendulkar
Saeed Anwar
AB de Villiers
Rohit Sharma
✔ Equals Sanath Jayasuriya’s Record vs India
With 7 tons against India, de Kock equalled Sanath Jayasuriya for the most ODI centuries against India.
