Draft:List of Players who have played 100 or more matches in each format

After David Warner, Virat Kohli, and Ross Taylor, Tim Southee will become only the fourth player to play 100 or more games in each format this Friday in Christchurch during the Second Test against Australia.

Cricket, a sport rich in tradition and constantly evolving, uses three distinct formats: Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Each format demands a unique skillset, making mastering all three a monumental task. That's why only a select few have defied the odds and etched their names in history by playing over 100 matches in each format.

Modern cricket presents a significant hurdle: playing 100 matches in any format is a remarkable achievement. Demanding schedules and format-specific specializations make achieving longevity across all three immensely challenging. While playing 100 ODIs for one's country is undoubtedly commendable, reaching 100 Tests is considered the pinnacle of Test cricket.

The exclusivity of the 100-Test club is evident when you consider that only 80 players in history have reached this milestone, with a mere 12 active players currently part of this elite group. Considering the physical and mental demands of Test cricket, reaching 100 matches signifies exceptional dedication.

So, how difficult is playing 100 matches across three formats when even reaching 100 in one is so tough? Only three players have accomplished this feat: Ross Taylor, Virat Kohli, and David Warner. However, New Zealand's fast bowler, Tim Southee, will soon join their ranks.