centurion

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Opening batsman Pathum Nissanka, a centurion against Australia, fell for nine exposing Sri Lank's shaky middle order and they folded in 16.4 overs.

From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026

Smith, namesake Fin, and cap centurion George Ford are the three fly-halves in the wider squad, and assistant coach Kevin Sinfield admits keeping all three happy is a challenge.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

It was while Coles was off the field that Ford, who became the eighth male centurion for England, provided the half's only score with a drop goal.

From BBC • Jul. 5, 2025

"It doesn't sit that well with me," England centurion Danny Care told the Rugby Union Weekly podcast.

From BBC • Jun. 24, 2025

“It’s just... I was supposed to be in charge of this quest, the centurion, and all. I feel like you guys have had to carry me.”

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan