ODI records: Who is the legendary batsman to score the most runs in ODI cricket? Know the full list of top 5 batsmen

ODI records: ODI (One Day International) cricket format has given many veteran batsmen to the world, who have brought this format of the game to new heights with their wonderful technology, restraint and aggression. Today we are talking about the top 5 batsmen who have scored the most runs in ODI cricket, who not only won the matches for their country, but have registered their names in Golden Aksro in the history of cricket.

Sachin Tendulkar- India

India’s great batsman Sachin Tendulkar is called the God of cricket and his record is also a witness to this. He has scored 18,426 runs in 463 ODIs played from 1989 to 2012. He has the highest number of 49 centuries and 96 half -centuries in ODIs. The unbeaten 200 runs is his highest score, which he scored against South Africa. This great record makes him stand at number 1 in this list.

Kumar Sangakkara- Sri Lanka

Former Sri Lankan captain and wicketkeeper-batsman Kumar Sangakkara has scored 14,234 runs in 404 ODIs from 2000 to 2015. He has 25 centuries and 93 half -centuries. Sangakkara’s average was 41.98, which is a great record for any wicketkeeper batsman. His presence on the field has always been beneficial for the Sri Lankan team.

Virat Kohli- India

Virat Kohli is one of the best batsmen of the modern era. He has scored 14,181 runs in 302 ODIs played since 2008. His average is 57.88, which is the highest from any player in this list. Virat has scored 51 centuries and 74 half -centuries so far and he is still active in this format, that is, he can come up further in this list.

Ricky Ponting- Australia

Ricky Ponting, one of Australia’s most successful captains, has scored 13,704 runs in 375 ODIs. He has scored 30 centuries and 82 half -centuries in this magnificent career. Ponting’s strike rate was 80.39 and was known for his aggressive captaincy and batting.

Sanath Jayasuriya- Sri Lanka

Sanath Jayasuriya’s name comes at the top of those who started power hitting in ODI cricket. The batsman, who scored 13,430 runs in 445 ODIs, has scored 28 centuries and 68 half -centuries. He hit 270 sixes, which is proof of how aggressively he was.