South Africa has always produced world-class batting talent, and the Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a stage where many Proteas stars have showcased their skills.
While some have built reputations as destructive finishers, others have used timing and class to dominate the world’s premier T20 competition.
Scoring a century in the IPL is no easy feat — yet several South Africans have reached three figures on the biggest T20 stage.
Here’s a complete look at South African players with IPL centuries, updated as of 2025.
📊 South African IPL Centurions
| Player | Centuries | Highest Score | Teams Played For |
|---|---|---|---|
| AB de Villiers | 3 | 133* | Delhi Daredevils, Royal Challengers Bangalore |
| Hashim Amla | 2 | 104* | Kings XI Punjab |
| Quinton de Kock | 1 | 108 | Delhi Daredevils, Mumbai Indians, Lucknow Super Giants |
| David Miller | 1 | 101* | Kings XI Punjab, Rajasthan Royals, Gujarat Titans |
| Heinrich Klaasen | 1 | 104 | Sunrisers Hyderabad |
🧠 Player Profiles
AB de Villiers — The IPL Icon (3 Centuries)
No South African batter has lit up the IPL quite like AB de Villiers. Nicknamed Mr. 360, he was a nightmare for bowlers thanks to his ability to score all around the ground.
His three centuries came in unforgettable knocks, especially his highest score of 133 off 59 balls* in 2015, regarded as one of the greatest IPL innings of all time.
Whether it was rescuing his side or accelerating late, AB was the heartbeat of Royal Challengers Bangalore for almost a decade.
Hashim Amla — The Elegant Enforcer (2 Centuries)
Not many expected Hashim Amla — a master of the classical format — to be a T20 centurion, but in 2017 he stunned critics with two centuries for Kings XI Punjab.
- 104 vs Mumbai Indians*
- 104 vs Gujarat Lions
Amla’s approach was different: where others used brute force, he used timing and placement. He scored 420 runs that season at a strike rate of 145.83, proving that touch players could thrive in T20 cricket too.
Quinton de Kock — The Aggressive Opener (1 Century)
A natural attacking player, Quinton de Kock made his mark with a destructive century:
- 108 vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (2016)
Known for his free-flowing strokeplay, De Kock’s ton was a statement of his ability to take games away in the powerplay and set the tone for his teams.
David Miller — Killer Miller’s Moment (1 Century)
David Miller’s century remains legendary:
- 101 vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (2013)*
Chasing 191, Miller smashed a breathtaking ton off just 38 balls — one of the fastest IPL centuries at the time.
That innings earned him the nickname “Killer Miller” and remains etched in IPL folklore for its sheer brutality.
Heinrich Klaasen — The New Powerhouse (1 Century)
The most recent entry to this list, Heinrich Klaasen struck a sublime century in 2023:
- 104 vs Royal Challengers Bangalore
A clean striker of spin and pace alike, Klaasen announced himself as a serious middle-order force, hitting boundaries almost at will during his maiden IPL ton.
📌 Conclusion
South African batters have left their mark on the IPL in style. From the genius of AB de Villiers to the unexpected dominance of Hashim Amla, each century tells a different story.
As the league continues to evolve, Proteas stars — old and new — will no doubt continue adding to this prestigious list.
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