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ODI Record: Winning the ‘Player of the Series’ award in ODI cricket is a matter of pride for any player. This award is given to the most influential and consistently performing player of that series. Many veterans have received this honor repeatedly in their career. Today let us know about those top-5 players who have won the most Player of the Series awards in ODI cricket.
Sachin Tendulkar – India
The name of ‘Master Blaster’ Sachin Tendulkar will always be written in golden letters in the history of cricket. In his 23-year long career that lasted from 1989 to 2012, Sachin played 463 ODI matches and won the Player of the Series award 15 times. His performance was consistently excellent in every series. Be it foreign pitches or home grounds, Sachin proved to be a run machine for Team India everywhere.
Virat Kohli – India
Team India’s modern era superstar Virat Kohli is at second place in this list. Since his debut in 2008, Kohli has played 75 ODI series, out of which he became Player of the Series 11 times. Kohli is known for his fitness, consistency and chase master tag. His batting has led India to many memorable victories, and he is constantly inching closer to Tendulkar’s records.
Sanath Jayasuriya – Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s explosive opener Sanath Jayasuriya played 111 ODI series in his career and became Player of the Series 11 times. He was not only a batsman but also a useful spinner. His aggressive starts and ability to take wickets in between made him one of the most versatile players in ODI.
Shaun Pollock – South Africa
The name of former South African all-rounder Shaun Pollock is also included in this list. He won Player of the Series 9 times out of 60 ODI series. His bowling was extremely economical and accurate, along with his ability to score runs in the lower order made him a ‘perfect all-rounder’.
Chris Gayle – West Indies
The name of West Indies’ Universe Boss’ Chris Gayle is at number five in this list. In his 20-year long career, he played 71 ODI series and won the Player of the Series award 8 times. Gayle is known for his explosive batting and rain of fours and sixes.