Who Scored the First and Last Centuries of 2025? Complete List Across All Formats

The year 2025 witnessed several memorable centuries across cricket formats, marking the beginning and end of the year with spectacular performances. From patient Test innings to explosive One-Day and T20 knocks, these centuries defined key victories and remarkable moments in world cricket. Here’s a look at the players who scored the first and last centuries of the year in each format.

First Test Century – Rahmat Shah (Afghanistan)
Afghanistan’s Rahmat Shah opened the century account for 2025 in Test cricket. He scored a brilliant 139 runs in the second innings of the second Test against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo. His masterful innings helped Afghanistan post 363 runs, ultimately leading the team to a 72-run victory.

First ODI Century – Glenn Phillips (New Zealand)
New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips scored the first ODI century of 2025 against Pakistan in Lahore during a tri-series match. Phillips remained unbeaten on 106 off 74 balls, powering New Zealand to a formidable 330-run total and a 78-run win. His explosive batting was instrumental in New Zealand’s victory.

First T20I Century – Kusal Perera (Sri Lanka)
Sri Lanka’s Kusal Perera registered the first T20I century of the year against New Zealand in Nelson. Perera smashed 101 runs off just 46 balls, helping Sri Lanka post 218 runs and secure a narrow 7-run victory over the hosts.

Last Test Century – Devon Conway (New Zealand)
New Zealand’s Devon Conway scored the final Test century of 2025. He remained unbeaten on 100 in the second innings against West Indies at Mount Maunganui, leading his team to a dominant win by 323 runs.

Last ODI Century – Yashasvi Jaiswal (India)
India’s young batting sensation Yashasvi Jaiswal hit the last ODI century of 2025. Chasing 271 against South Africa, Jaiswal scored an unbeaten 116 runs, guiding India to victory with just one wicket down and 61 balls to spare.

Last T20I Century – Muhammad Hajik Aiman (Malaysia)
Malaysia’s Muhammad Hajik Aiman scored the final T20I century of the year against the Philippines in Bangkok. His explosive 113-run knock helped Malaysia post 201 runs and secure a massive 114-run victory.

From Rahmat Shah to Muhammad Hajik Aiman, the year 2025 will be remembered for these iconic innings that marked the highs and thrills of international cricket across all formats.