In the realm of One Day International (ODI) cricket, a select group of batsmen have displayed extraordinary batting prowess, achieving a remarkable feat. Among the 14 players who have surpassed the 10,000-run mark in ODIs, only a handful have crossed the exceptional milestone of accumulating 13,000 runs or more in this format.
These cricketers have firmly established themselves as some of the most prolific run-scorers in the history of the sport. Notably, Virat Kohli recently joined this exclusive club of 13,000-run achievers, becoming the fifth batsman to attain this remarkable milestone. Now, let’s explore the list of batsmen who have achieved 13,000 or more runs in ODI cricket.
List of batsmen who have scored 13,000 or more runs in ODI cricket
1. Sachin Tendulkar – 18,426 Runs
Sachin Tendulkar, the cricket icon, participated in 463 One Day International (ODI) encounters throughout his celebrated career. Over the course of these matches, he amassed an astonishing aggregate of 18,426 runs, reaching his peak individual score of an unbeaten 200*. His remarkable ODI statistics encompass an impressive 49 centuries, an extraordinary 96 half-centuries, and the historic achievement of a double century, thereby cementing his legacy as one of the finest batsmen in the annals of cricket
2. Kumar Sangakkara – 14,234 Runs
In his remarkable One Day International (ODI) journey, Kumar Sangakkara was a part of 404 matches. He amassed a grand total of 14,234 runs, with his highest individual score reaching 169 runs. His outstanding ODI performance encompasses a remarkable tally of 25 centuries and an impressive 93 half-centuries, solidifying his status as an exceptional cricketer in the ODI format.
3. Ricky Ponting – 13,704 Runs
During his illustrious One Day International (ODI) career, Ricky Ponting featured in 375 matches. He accumulated a grand total of 13,704 runs, with his highest individual score reaching 164 runs. His remarkable ODI statistics include an impressive count of 30 centuries and an outstanding 82 half-centuries, underscoring his excellence in the ODI format
4. Sanath Jayasuriya – 13,430 Runs
In his distinguished One Day International (ODI) tenure, Sanath Jayasuriya featured prominently in 445 matches. He successfully gathered a total of 13,430 runs, with his highest individual score standing at an impressive 189 runs. His ODI track record is highlighted by 28 centuries and a notable 68 half-centuries, affirming his excellence in the ODI format.
5. Virat Kohli – 13,024 Runs
At present, Virat Kohli has participated in 278 One Day International (ODI) contests. Over the course of these matches, he has accumulated an impressive sum of 13,024 runs, achieving his highest individual score of 183 runs. His exceptional ODI performance includes an astonishing 47 centuries and a notable 65 half-centuries. It’s worth noting that he has recently become the fifth player to attain the prestigious milestone of 13,000 runs in ODI cricket, joining an exclusive club of accomplished batsmen.