Most Double Centuries in ODI Cricket List
by P Nandhini | Updated Mar 27, 2024
Scoring a double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket is an incredible achievement for the most outstanding batsmen. It is one of the rare moments that only a few players can achieve. So let's get into the world of ODI cricket and explore the players who have achieved double centuries, showing their supremacy and power with the bat.
Here is the list of players with the most double centuries in ODI Cricket:
Player
Country
Number of Double Centuries
Total Runs in Double Centuries
Rohit Sharma
India
3
681
Martin Guptill
New Zealand
1
237
Virender Sehwag
India
1
219
Chris Gayle
West Indies
1
215
Fakhar Zaman
Pakistan
1
210*
Ishan Kishan
India
1
210
Shubman Gill
India
1
208
Sachin Tendulkar
India
1
200*
Glenn Maxwell
Australia
1
201*
Rohit Sharma (India)
Rohit Sharma has the record for the highest number of double-centuries in ODI cricket. His excellent batting has made him score three double-centuries. Sharma's most memorable score of 264 runs against Sri Lanka in 2014, 209 against Australia in 2013, and an unbeaten 208 against Sri Lanka in 2017 remains the highest individual score in ODI cricket. His superb strokeplay and calm attitude under pressure made him one of the coolest players of ODI cricket.
Martin Guptill (New Zealand)
Martin Guptill's batting has gained him fame as one of the most fabulous openers in ODI cricket. His rankling innings of 237 not out against West Indies in 2015 remains one of the outstanding players in ODI history.
Virender Sehwag (India)
Known for his force batting style, Virender Sehwag was a nightmare for bowlers during his peak. His innings of 219 runs against West Indies in 2011 showcased his ability to easily defeat any bowling attack. Sehwag's daring approach to batting revolutionized the opening part of ODI cricket and cleared out a lasting effect on the game.
Chris Gayle (West Indies)
The 'Universe Boss' Chris Gayle is outstanding with power-hitting in cricket. His innings of 215 runs against Zimbabwe in 2015 showed his ability to clear the boundaries. Gayle's amazing sixes and force have made him one of the most fabulous batsmen in ODI cricket history, capable of single-handedly changing the game.
Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan)
Fakhar Zaman marked his name in the record books with a wonderful innings of 210 not out against Zimbabwe in 2018. His forceful batting style and capability to speed the innings have made him a key player for Pakistan in limited-overs cricket. Zaman's capacity to perform on the big stage has set his fame as a top-class ODI batsman.
Ishan Kishan (India)
Ishan Kishan's quick rise in ODI cricket was highlighted by his rankling double-century against Bangladesh in 2022. His innings of 210 runs off fair 94 balls showcased his hilarious capability and brave approach to batting. Kishan's capacity to take on the bowlers from the start makes him a player to watch out for in the future of Indian cricket.
Shubman Gill (India)
Shubman Gill declared his entry into the international stage with a brilliant double century against New Zealand in 2023. His innings of 208 runs highlighted his flawless timing and calm under pressure. Gill's capacity to stay the innings and speed when required makes him an important player to the Indian team in ODI cricket.
Sachin Tendulkar (India)
Regarded as one of the most important batsmen of all time, Sachin Tendulkar's double century against South Africa in 2010 was a masterclass. His innings of 200 not out cleared the way for future eras of Indian cricketers and remain cut in the chronicles of ODI cricket history.
Glenn Maxwell (Australia)
Glenn Maxwell's special innings of 201 not out against Afghanistan in the 2023 ODI World Container showed his capacity to succeed under pressure. Despite battling cramps, his determination and skill moved Australia to a memorable success.
These players have left an incredible mark on the world of ODI cricket with their outstanding performances, showing their talent and intelligence.
