David Warner Surpasses Virat Kohli to Claim No. 3 Spot in Elite T20 Rankings

David Warner has solidified his status as one of the leading figures in T20 cricket by surpassing Virat Kohli in all-time T20 centuries. In a recent match of the Big Bash League (BBL) 2025–26, Warner delivered an outstanding performance, scoring an unbeaten 110 runs off 65 balls. His remarkable innings led the Sydney Thunder to a total of 189 for 6 against the Sydney Sixers.

Warner Takes the Lead in T20 Centuries

With this latest century, Warner has now reached a total of 10 T20 hundreds, moving ahead of Kohli, who holds nine. This achievement places Warner third overall in the list of most T20 centuries, behind Chris Gayle with 22 and Babar Azam with 11.

Top T20 Century Scorers

• 22 – Chris Gayle
• 11 – Babar Azam
• 10 – David Warner
• 9 – Virat Kohli
• 9 – Rilee Rossouw

Warner’s performance was particularly impressive considering he had little support from his teammates, as wickets fell rapidly around him. His innings showcased his power-hitting ability and strategic play. This performance not only enhanced his legacy but also marked his eighth individual century in the current BBL season, setting a new record for the highest number of hundreds in a single edition of the tournament.

Significant Night for BBL and Players

Additionally, the match marked the return of Mitchell Starc to the BBL after 11 seasons. Starc bowled four overs and recorded figures of 1 for 31. Sam Curran from the Sixers was the standout bowler, taking 3 wickets for 28 runs and preventing the Thunder from reaching the 200-run mark.

Warner vs. Kohli: A Statistical Comparison

This remarkable achievement by Warner not only highlights his skills but also revives the ongoing debate about the greatest players in T20 history. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Warner and his quest to further elevate his standing in T20 cricket.