Most prolific individuals in ICC ODI World Cup history in terms of runs scored
The ICC ODI World Cup is the peak of all international cricket. This massive event has been played in twelve iterations so far, from 1975 to 2019. The much-anticipated 13th World Cup is set to take place in December 2023. mythical athletes have competed in the ICC World Cup throughout its history, from the mythical “God of Cricket” to contemporary greats like Ab De Villiers. Let’s now explore the interesting world of the players who have scored the most runs in the annals of the ICC ODI World Cup.
Sachin Tendulkar – 2278 Runs
The God of Cricket, Sachin Tendulkar, had a stellar record in the ICC World Cups, amassing 2278 runs with a strike rate of 89.98 and an average of 56.95. Over the course of six World Cups (1992–2011), he participated in 45 matches. One of Sachin’s most notable World Cup knockout performances was his 98 against Pakistan in Centurion in 2003. In addition to this exceptional innings, Tendulkar also scored six hundreds and 15 half-centuries throughout World Cups.
Ricky Pointing – 1743 Runs
The second place on this list belongs to Australian batting prodigy and three-time World Cup champion Ricky Ponting. Between 1996 and 2011, he participated in five World Cups, scoring a record 1743 runs in 46 games with an average of 45.86 and a strike rate of 79.95. In the World Cup, Ponting also hit six half-centuries and five centuries, including the unbelievable 140* off 121 balls against India in the 2003 World Cup Final. View More: The top five Ricky Ponting defeats
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Kumar Sangakkara – 1532 Runs
The graceful Sri Lankan batsman Kumar Sangakkara has established himself as one of the World Cup’s leading run scorers. In 37 games over four World Cups between 2003 and 2015, Sangakkara scored 1532 runs. Five centuries and seven half-centuries, including four straight centuries in the 2015 World Cup, were among his steady efforts.
Brian Lara – 1225 Runs
The renowned West Indian batsman Brian Charles Lara, who played in five World Cups between 1992 and 2007, displayed his prodigious talent in each one. In 34 games, Lara scored 1225 runs, including two centuries and seven half-centuries. He had a strike rate of 86.26 and an average of 42.24.
Ab De Villiers – 1207 Runs
Between 2007 and 2015, Ab De Villiers, often known as the Mr. 360, demonstrated his incredible batting power in three World Cups. In 23 games, De Villiers scored 1207 runs at an astounding average of 63.52 and a scorching strike rate of 117.29. The famous 162* off 66 balls by Ab de Villiers occurred against the West Indies at the 2015 World Cup.
| Player | Duration | Matches | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s | 100s | H/S |
| Sachin Tendulkar (IND) | 1992-2011 | 45 | 44 | 2278 | 56.95 | 88.98 | 15 | 6 | 152 |
| Ricky Ponting (AUS) | 1996-2011 | 46 | 42 | 1743 | 45.86 | 79.95 | 6 | 5 | 140* |
| Kumar Sangakkara (SL) | 2003-2015 | 37 | 35 | 1532 | 56.74 | 86.55 | 7 | 5 | 124 |
| Brian Lara (WI) | 1992-2007 | 34 | 33 | 1225 | 42.24 | 86.26 | 7 | 2 | 116 |
| Ab De Villiers (SA) | 2007-2015 | 23 | 22 | 1207 | 63.52 | 117.29 | 6 | 4 | 162* |
