Every young cricketer dreams of representing their national team, and making an international debut is a cherished milestone. The occasion becomes even more unforgettable when a debutant batsman scores a century.
1. Colin Ingram – 124 vs Zimbabwe, 2010, Bloemfontein
Batting at No. 3, Ingram played a commanding knock of 124 off 126 balls, smashing eight fours and two sixes. His innings played a crucial role in South Africa posting a formidable total of 351 runs.
The Proteas secured a 64-run victory, and Ingram was named Player of the Match.
2. Temba Bavuma – 113 vs Ireland, 2016, Benoni
Temba Bavuma marked his ODI debut in style with a brilliant century against Ireland in Benoni in 2016.
Opening the innings, Bavuma scored 113 off 123 balls, hitting 13 fours and a six. He shared a 159-run opening stand with Quinton de Kock, helping South Africa amass a massive total of 354 runs.
The Proteas dominated the game, securing a commanding 206-run victory.
3. Reeza Hendricks – 102 vs Sri Lanka, 2018, Pallekele
Batting at No. 3, Hendricks took on the Sri Lankan bowling attack, smashing 102 off just 89 balls, including eight fours and a six. His innings propelled South Africa to a massive total of 363/7 in 50 overs.
He was named Player of the Match as the Proteas clinched a 78-run victory.
4. Matthew Breetzke – 150 vs New Zealand, 2025, Lahore
Matthew Breetzke became the latest entrant to this elite club with a spectacular 150-run knock on his ODI debut against New Zealand in Lahore in 2025.
The 26-year-old opener led South Africa’s innings with a composed yet aggressive performance, scoring 150 off 148 balls with 11 fours and five sixes. His innings helped the Proteas post a competitive total of 304 runs while batting first.
