Chasing a target in ODIs? That’s where true champions step up. Some crumble under pressure. Others? They thrive. One name that instantly comes to mind—Virat Kohli.
Once again, he reminded the world why he’s called the ‘Chase Master.’ An unbeaten century against Pakistan in the 2025 Champions Trophy. A masterclass. His knock powered India into the semi-finals.
But Kohli isn’t the only one who has mastered the art of chasing. Over the years, several greats have consistently delivered match-winning centuries under pressure. Let’s dive into the top five players with the most hundreds in ODI run chases.
Tillakaratne Dilshan: 11 Centuries
Tillakaratne Dilshan wasn’t just a batter. He was an entertainer. The man behind the famous ‘Dil Scoop’ could tear apart any bowling attack.
- 330 ODIs
- 10,290 runs
- 22 centuries
- 11 of them while chasing
One of his most memorable chases? Rajkot, 2009. India posted a mammoth 414. Dilshan responded with an outrageous 160 off 124 balls. A valiant effort. But Sri Lanka fell short—by just three runs.
Chris Gayle: 12 Centuries
The ‘Universe Boss’ doesn’t do things quietly. When Chris Gayle is on song, bowlers panic.
- 301 ODIs
- 10,480 runs
- 25 centuries
- 12 of them in run chases
2019, against England. A classic Gayle storm. He hammered 162 off just 94 balls—14 sixes raining down like missiles. West Indies were chasing 418. They fought hard. But fell short by 29 runs.
Rohit Sharma: 16 Centuries
Elegance. Power. Timing. Rohit Sharma makes chasing look effortless.
- 270 ODIs
- 11,049 runs
- 32 centuries
- 16 of them in run chases
2018, against the West Indies. India needed 322. Rohit played a gem—152* off 117 balls. No fuss. No panic. Just pure class. The chase was wrapped up in just 42.1 overs.
Sachin Tendulkar: 17 Centuries
The ‘God of Cricket.’ Enough said. Sachin Tendulkar was built for pressure moments.
- 463 ODIs
- 18,426 runs
- 49 centuries
- 17 of them in run chases
2009, against Australia. India needed 350. Sachin answered with a breathtaking 175 off 141 balls. Vintage Tendulkar. Unfortunately, India fell heartbreakingly short—just three runs away.
Virat Kohli: 28 Centuries
The king of run chases. No one even comes close.
- 14,085 runs
- 51 centuries
- 28 of them while chasing
2012, Asia Cup. Pakistan set 330. Kohli’s response? 183 off 148 balls. A knock for the ages.
And who can forget Hobart, 2012? India needed 321 in just 40 overs. Kohli took matters into his own hands—133* off 86 balls. India got there in just 36.4 overs. Unreal.
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