In the history of One Day International (ODI) cricket, scoring a double century was once a rare achievement, but it has become more common in recent years. As of now, several cricketers have reached this milestone.
Here is a list of some notable players who have scored double centuries in ODI cricket:
- Rohit Sharma:
- 264 runs against Sri Lanka in 2014, which is the highest individual score in ODIs.
- 209 runs against Australia in 2013.
- 208* runs against Sri Lanka in 2017
- Martin Guptill:
- 237* runs against West Indies in 2015
- Sachin Tendulkar:
- 200* runs against South Africa in 2010
- Shubman Gill:
- 208 runs against New Zealand in 2023
- Ishan Kishan:
- 210 runs against Bangladesh in 2022
- Glenn Maxwell:
- 201* runs against Afghanistan in the 2023 ODI World Cup
- Amelia Kerr:
- 232* runs against Ireland in 2018
- Belinda Clark:
- 229* runs against Denmark in 1997, the first female cricketer to achieve this feat
- Virender Sehwag, Chris Gayle, and Fakhar Zaman are also among the players who have scored double centuries in ODI cricket
Rohit Sharma holds the record for the most double centuries by any player in ODI cricket, with three to his name. His remarkable performances have solidified his place as one of the greatest ODI batsmen of all time.The evolution of the game towards more aggressive batting has seen an increase in double centuries being scored, showcasing the exceptional talent and skill of modern-day cricketers.It is worth noting that achieving a double century in ODI cricket requires not only exceptional skill but also immense concentration and stamina, making it a remarkable feat in the world of cricket.
