Centuries Scored per World Cup Year
This visualization shows how the number of centuries has increased significantly in the modern era. While early tournaments (1975-1987) saw fewer centuries due to different playing conditions and 60-over matches, recent years like 2015 and 2019 show a massive spike, reflecting more aggressive batting styles and flatter pitches.
Top 10 Venues by Number of Centuries
Not all grounds are created equal. This bar chart ranks the stadiums that have hosted the most World Cup centuries. Historically significant grounds like Lord's and Edgbaston appear frequently, suggesting these venues often provide the ideal conditions for batsmen to reach triple digits.
Boundary Contribution to Centuries
How much of a century is built on fours and sixes? By calculating the boundary runs vs running between the wickets, we see that elite players often rely on high boundary percentages to maintain a high strike rate. On average, boundaries account for a substantial portion of a player's total runs in a World Cup century.