There are knocks that win matches and then there are those that make history. Aiden Markram’s fourth-innings hundred at Lord’s during the 2025 World Test Championship Final might just be both.
His gritty, unbeaten century has added his name to a very short and exclusive list- batters who’ve managed to score a hundred against Australia in an ICC final.
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Let's take a look at the list of batters who scored a hundred against Australia in ICC finals
Why is Aiden Markram’s century in WTC final so special?
Australia’s reputation in ICC finals speaks for itself as they’ve won almost everything. With 10 titles already under their belt before this final, they’re a team that rarely gives opponents a chance to shine.
But Markram shone. Batting in the final innings of a tense chase, Markram reached his hundred after facing 159 balls. The pitch wasn’t simple, the pressure was high and Australia’s bowling attack is as good as it can be.
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But the South African held firm, timing the ball with control and calm. His unbeaten 102 not out didn’t just keep South Africa alive but it might go down as one of their greatest-ever Test knocks if they end up crossing the finish line.
Batters who scored a hundred against Australia in ICC finals
Scoring a century against Australia in any game is tough. Doing it in an ICC final, when it matters the most, is another level.
Before Markram, only two batters in the history of the game had pulled it off. Let’s take a look at this rare club.
| Player | Runs | ICC Tournament | Year | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clive Lloyd (WI) | 102 | ODI World Cup | 1975 | Lord’s |
| Aravinda de Silva (SL) | 107* | ODI World Cup | 1996 | Lahore |
| Aiden Markram (SA) | 102* | WTC Final | 2025 | Lord’s |
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