Shane Watson Unveils ‘Secret Sauce’ Behind His Scorching Form in IML 2025 After Smashing Three Centuries in Four Matches

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Shane Watson remains in sensational form in the International Masters League (IML) 2025, delivering yet another breathtaking performance. The Australia Masters captain hammered an unbeaten 122 off 61 deliveries against South Africa Masters in the final fixture of the Vadodara leg on March 7.

This remarkable knock marked his third century in just four matches, following his 110 against India Masters and 107 versus West Indies Masters earlier in the tournament.

His match-winning performances against India Masters and South Africa Masters have reminded fans of the qualities that once made him one of the most dominant all-rounders in world cricket.

A key contributor to Australia's successes in the 2006 and 2009 Champions Trophy as well as their World Cup victories in 2007 and 2015, Watson continues to prove his class. Interestingly, his former Rajasthan Royals teammate, Sanju Samson, recently achieved a similar milestone by notching up three T20 International centuries in five matches.

Speaking about his extraordinary run, Watson shared his appreciation for being part of the tournament and the opportunity to play alongside legendary cricketers.

"The thing I'm most grateful for, and we all are, is being part of this incredible tournament. It's truly an honour to be back out there playing. A huge credit to the people who have put this league together-it has been so much fun," he said after his match-winning knock.

Discussing his incredible consistency, the veteran all-rounder credited the playing conditions in Vadodara for helping him perform at his best.

"The secret sauce is playing here in Vadodara. It's a beautiful pitch and an incredible stadium-one of the most stunning venues I've been a part of. I'd love to take this pitch everywhere I go! It played a little slower today, but we were still able to get going. With the short side on one end, it makes it a little easier to go harder, knowing you have that advantage. That has certainly worked in our favour over the last few games," he added.

Watson also reflected on his partnerships and the joy of playing alongside some of the sport's biggest names.

"Callum Ferguson is someone I've known since my early 20s, so it was great to spend time out there with him. And of course, playing alongside someone like Jacques Kallis-one of my heroes-is a pinch-myself moment. Unfortunately, he hurt his hand during the game, which I felt incredibly bad about, but just being on the same field as him is special," Watson said.

The inaugural edition of the IML has offered fans a rare opportunity to witness cricketing greats back in action. With Watson in red-hot form, Australia Masters have established themselves as one of the strongest contenders in the tournament.