🔹 Introduction
Once upon a time, scoring a century in ODI cricket was a big deal. But with evolving formats, fitness levels, and aggressive gameplay, a new benchmark emerged — the double century. Scoring 200 or more in a 50-over game is a rare and iconic feat achieved by only a handful of players.
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🏏 The First ODI Double Century: Sachin Tendulkar’s Historic Knock
On February 24, 2010, in Gwalior against South Africa, Sachin Tendulkar scored an unbeaten 200 off 147 balls, becoming the first player ever to score a double hundred in ODIs.
- 📌 Score: 200* (Not Out)
- 📌 Balls Faced: 147
- 📌 Fours: 25, Sixes: 3
🌟 List of Double Centuries in ODI Cricket
🔹 Men's ODI Double Centurions
| Batter | Country | Score | Opponent | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sachin Tendulkar | India | 200* | South Africa | 2010 |
| Virender Sehwag | India | 219 | West Indies | 2011 |
| Rohit Sharma | India | 209 | Australia | 2013 |
| Rohit Sharma | India | 264 | Sri Lanka | 2014 |
| Rohit Sharma | India | 208* | Sri Lanka | 2017 |
| Chris Gayle | West Indies | 215 | Zimbabwe | 2015 |
| Martin Guptill | New Zealand | 237* | West Indies | 2015 |
| Fakhar Zaman | Pakistan | 210* | Zimbabwe | 2018 |
| Ishan Kishan | India | 210 | Bangladesh | 2022 |
| Glenn Maxwell | Australia | 201* | Afghanistan | 2023 |
| Travis Head | Australia | 200 | West Indies | 2024 |
🔹 Women's ODI Double Centurion
| Player | Country | Score | Opponent | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belinda Clark | Australia | 229* | Denmark | 1997 |
📊 Rohit Sharma: The King of Double Tons
Rohit Sharma is the only player with three double centuries in ODIs:
- 209 vs Australia (2013)
- 264 vs Sri Lanka (2014) — highest score in ODI history
- 208* vs Sri Lanka (2017)
🧠 What Makes a Double Century Possible in ODIs?
- Pitch and Conditions: Batting-friendly surfaces and good weather
- Fitness and Mental Strength: Endurance to bat long and stay focused
- Opportunity & Intent: Openers or top-order players with an aggressive mindset
🏆 Importance of a Double Century in ODI
- Massive team total and game impact
- Individual brilliance and record creation
- Memorable for fans and cricket history
🔚 Conclusion
Scoring a double century in ODI cricket is not just about numbers — it reflects skill, stamina, and sheer determination. As ODI cricket continues to evolve, we are bound to witness even more extraordinary double hundreds in the years to come.
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