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List of all Australian cricketers to play 100 or more test cricket matches

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Published at :July 12, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Modified at :July 12, 2025 at 11:45 PM
List of all Australian cricketers to play 100 or more test cricket matches

Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting have played the most tests for Australia.

In test cricket, Australia have long been a cornerstone of excellence. Australia, one of the original members of the format, participated in the inaugural test match against England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in 1877.  

With numerous Ashes series wins and numerous test victories, Australia’s accomplishments in red-ball cricket are unparalleled. They have frequently topped the ICC test rankings because of their unwavering pursuit of greatness, frequently establishing the standard for performance and professionalism in international cricket.  

In addition to defining eras, legendary individuals like Steve Waugh, Shane Warne, Ricky Ponting, Dennis Lillee, and Don Bradman have inspired generations.

Reaching 100 test matches is a unique and esteemed accomplishment that showcases skill and tenacity.  Allan Border, the tough left-hander who led Australia through a pivotal era in the 1980s, was the first Australian to accomplish this achievement. 

In 1989, Border played his 100th test match before retiring with 156 appearances, which was a world record at the time.

Since then, a number of Australian cricket players have entered this exclusive group, demonstrating their long-lasting contributions to the squad over demanding and frequently exhausting careers. Their longevity is evidence of their form, level of fitness, and the strong sense of competition that permeates Australian cricket.

Australia got a new member in their list of players to play 100 tests as Mitchell Starc entered the club as Australia took on West Indies in the third test of their tour in Jamaica, which started on July 12, 2025.

List of all Australian cricketers to play 100 or more test cricket matches

Mitchell Starc Australia test
Mitchell Starc. (Photo by Morgan Hancock – CA/Cricket Australia via Getty Images)
PlayerSpanMat
Ricky Ponting1995-2012168
Steve Waugh1985-2004168
Allan Border1978-1994156
Shane Warne1992-2007145
Nathan Lyon2011-2025139
Mark Waugh1991-2002128
Glenn McGrath1993-2007124
Ian Healy1988-1999119
Steve Smith2010-2025118
Michael Clarke2004-2015115
David Warner2011-2024112
David Boon1984-1996107
Justin Langer1993-2007105
Mark Taylor1989-1999104
Matthew Hayden1994-2009103
Mitchell Starc2011-2025*100*

How many Australian cricketers have played 100 or more tests?

A total of 16 Australian cricketers have played 100 or more tests.

Which Australian cricketer has played most test matches?

Steve Waugh and Ricky Ponting – 168 each – have played most test matches for Australia.

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