Lowest All-Out Test Totals Featuring Three Individual Centuries

These rare Test innings feature teams getting all out despite having three individual centurions. India (471), South Africa (475), Australia (494), and West Indies (497) each posted strong starts through top-order brilliance, but saw dramatic collapses at the other end, highlighting the unpredictability of cricket and the importance of depth.

4. West Indies – 497 vs India, Kolkata 2002

In the decisive third Test of the 2002 series at Eden Gardens, West Indies posted 497 in their first innings. Despite three centurions and a solid 88 from a young Chris Gayle, the match ended in a draw. Wavell Hinds (100), Shivnarine Chanderpaul (140), and Marlon Samuels (104) were the century-makers, helping West Indies secure a 139-run lead over India’s 358. India, however, took the series 2-0.

3. Australia – 494 vs England, Headingley 1926

In the third Ashes Test of 1926, Australia racked up 494 runs despite their captain Warren Bardsley getting out for a golden duck. Bill Woodfull and Charles Macartney struck commanding centuries and shared a 235-run partnership. Arthur Richardson added another ton, but no other batter crossed 50. The match ended in a high-scoring draw, leaving the Ashes series level at 0-0 after three Tests.

2. South Africa – 475 vs England, Centurion 2016

In January 2016, South Africa responded to a series defeat by piling up 475 runs in the fourth Test at Centurion. Stephen Cook and Hashim Amla set the tone with centuries, while Quinton de Kock smashed an unbeaten 129 off 128 balls, packed with 17 fours and 2 sixes. With no other player crossing fifty, South Africa still won the match by a dominant 280 runs.

1. India – 471 vs England, Headingley 2025

India managed 471 in the first innings of the Headingley Test in June 2025, despite a string of low scores from the lower order. Yashasvi Jaiswal (101), captain Shubman Gill (147), and Rishabh Pant (134) led the charge. KL Rahul added a steady 42. The innings was remarkable for its contrast—three centurions and several single-digit scores—showcasing both brilliance and collapse in one innings.

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