Most Double Centuries in ODI Cricket History

One Day International (ODI) cricket has witnessed some breathtaking batting performances, but nothing captures the imagination of fans like a double century. Scoring 200+ runs in a 50-over format is a rare feat that requires skill, stamina, and extraordinary shot-making ability.

Who Has Scored the Most Double Centuries in ODI?

The record for the most double centuries in ODI cricket is held by Indian opener Rohit Sharma. Fondly called the “Hitman,” Rohit has scored three double centuries in ODIs, a feat unmatched by any other player.

Rohit Sharma ODI batting<

• 209 runs vs Australia, Bangalore, 2013
• 264 runs vs Sri Lanka, Kolkata, 2014 (highest individual score in ODIs)
• 208* vs Sri Lanka, Mohali, 2017

Other Players with ODI Double Centuries

Before Rohit Sharma’s dominance, only a few players had achieved this monumental milestone:

1. Sachin Tendulkar – 200* vs South Africa, Gwalior, 2010 (first-ever ODI double century)
2. Virender Sehwag – 219 vs West Indies, Indore, 2011
3. Chris Gayle – 215 vs Zimbabwe, 2015 World Cup
4. Martin Guptill – 237* vs West Indies, 2015 World Cup (second-highest ODI score)
5. Fakhar Zaman – 210* vs Zimbabwe, 2018
6. Ishan Kishan – 210 vs Bangladesh, 2022
7. Amelia Kerr (Women’s ODI) – 232* vs Ireland, 2018

Sachin Tendulkar – The Pioneer of ODI Double Centuries

ODI Double Century Records & Highlights

• Highest individual score in ODI: Rohit Sharma – 264 runs.
• Most double centuries in ODI: Rohit Sharma – 3 times.
• First double century in ODI: Sachin Tendulkar – 2010.
• Highest in World Cup: Martin Guptill – 237* (2015).
• Fastest double century in ODI: Ishan Kishan – 126 balls (2022).

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