Key Takeaways
Herschelle Gibbs scored 14,000+ international runs, including 35 centuries.
Renowned for iconic innings like 175 vs Australia and two Test double centuries.
Played 90 Tests, 248 ODIs, and 23 T20Is for South Africa from 1996-2010.
Herschelle Gibbs, one of South Africa’s finest batters, dazzled cricket fans with his aggressive style and match-winning innings during a career spanning 14 years. Let’s look at his records below.
Herschelle Gibbs played international cricket for South Africa from 1996-2010 and in those 14 years he was a legend of world cricket not just South Africa cricket and he has played such innings that will be on this list that people still remember to this day. He played 90 test matches for South Africa and in those Matches he scored 6167 runs at an average of 41.95 with 14 Test hundreds and 2 double hundreds. In ODIs he played 240 ODIs for South Africa and he made 8094 runs at an average of 36.13 with 21 ODI hundreds which makes it 35 international hundreds in his career. Let’s see the Top 5 Best Innings of Herschelle Gibbs.
What are Herschelle Gibbs's best innings?
Herschelle Gibbs's best innings include his iconic 175 against Australia in 2006, two Test double centuries (211* vs New Zealand in 1999 and 228 vs Pakistan in 2003), and other match-winning knocks like 125 vs West Indies (1999) and 196 vs India (2001).
Top 5 best innings of Herschelle Gibbs
211* vs New Zealand (1999)
Herschelle Gibbs announced himself in world cricket with a memorable first Test hundred, which also turned out to be his maiden double century—a rare feat. Facing a strong bowling attack on a challenging pitch, Gibbs showcased incredible resilience and skill. He batted for a staggering 468 balls, hitting 23 fours and 3 sixes, accumulating 110 runs in boundaries. His strike rate of 45.09 reflected the patience and determination required for such an innings. Remarkably, Gibbs remained unbeaten from the first over to the 162nd, anchoring the innings in a marathon effort. This performance was a clear statement that he had arrived on the international stage as a top-class batter.
228 vs Pakistan (2003): Herschelle Gibbs Highest Score in Test
Herschelle Gibbs's second double century was a masterclass in aggressive batting against a top-tier Pakistan bowling attack. He scored a blistering 228 off 240 balls, hitting 29 fours and 6 sixes, with 152 runs coming in boundaries. Striking at 95, his innings resembled an ODI performance in a Test match. This dominant display powered South Africa to an innings and 142-run victory, showcasing Gibbs at his unstoppable best.
175 vs Australia (2006): Herschelle Gibbs Highest Score in ODI
Herschelle Gibbs delivered arguably the greatest ODI innings by a South African during the historic chase of 435 against Australia. Facing the world's best team, Gibbs scored a breathtaking 175 off just 111 balls, smashing 21 fours and 7 sixes, with 146 runs coming in boundaries. His explosive innings was the driving force behind South Africa achieving the highest successful chase in ODI history, a record that still stands.
125 vs West Indies (1999)
Herschelle Gibbs' first ODI century came in 1999 against the West Indies, a match-winning knock that showcased his adaptability. Batting first, he scored 101 off 146 balls, striking at over 85 while hitting 9 fours. Gibbs relied heavily on rotating the strike with singles and doubles, crafting a composed and classy innings. His efforts led South Africa to a convincing 99-run victory.
196 vs India (2001)
The final performance on this list is Herschelle Gibbs' brilliant Test innings against India in 2001. At the time, Gibbs was making headlines for his consistent performances. Batting first, he scored 196 off 354 balls, hitting 25 fours and 1 six, contributing 106 runs in boundaries. Striking at 55.37, Gibbs narrowly missed his double century by just 4 runs. Despite the near miss, this innings demonstrated his class and served as motivation for his continued success in subsequent matches.
Herschelle Gibbs Stats
Format | Test Cricket | ODI Cricket | T20I |
Matches | 90 | 248 | 23 |
Innings | 154 | 240 | 23 |
Runs | 6,167 | 8,094 | 400 |
Highest Score | 228 | 175 | 90* |
Average | 42.0 | 36.1 | 18.2 |
Strike Rate | 50.3 | 83.3 | 125.8 |
100s | 14 | 21 | 0 |
50s | 26 | 37 | 3 |
Herschelle Gibbs remains a South African cricketing legend, celebrated for his flair, skill, and unforgettable performances.
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