Fastest 3000 Runs in ODI
Hashim Amla of South Africa holds the record for the fastest 3000 runs in ODI. Amla achieved this milestone in just 57 ODI innings.
Other notable batsmen who have scored the fastest 3,000 runs in ODI cricket include Babar Azam (Pakistan), Joe Root (England), Vivian Richards (West Indies), and Shikhar Dhawan (India).
Fastest to 3000 Runs in ODI | Top 10 Batsmen
Here is the detailed overview of the top 10 fastest batsmen to score 3000 runs in ODI cricket:
10. Joe Root (England)
Joe Root scored 3000 runs in ODI cricket in only 77 matches and 72 innings. He reached the 3000 run milestone on September 1st, 2016, against Pakistan in Leeds.Â
Reaching 3000 runs in just 72 innings is a remarkable achievement that speaks volumes about Joe Root’s talent and adaptability in ODI cricket. His classical technique and ability to handle both pace and spin make him a valuable asset for England.
9. Shikhar Dhawan (India)
Shikhar Dhawan made his ODI debut on 20th October 2010, against Australia. His aggressive batting style at the top of the order quickly became a key feature of India’s ODI success.
Dhawan’s ability to score quickly and take on bowlers, particularly in the powerplay overs, has been instrumental in setting the tone for many Indian victories.
It took Dhawan 5 years and 92 days to reach the milestone of 3000 runs in ODI cricket, playing 73 matches and batting in 72 innings. He achieved this milestone on 20th January 2016, against Australia in Canberra.
8. Gary Kirsten (South Africa)
Gary Kirsten, the former South African cricketer, made his ODI debut on 14th December 1993, against New Zealand. Known for his solid technique and ability to play long innings, Kirsten quickly became a mainstay of the South African batting lineup.
His patient approach and ability to anchor the innings while also accelerating when needed made him a valuable asset to the team.
Gary Kirsten made 3000 ODI runs in 72 matches and innings. This translates to scoring an average of 41.67 runs per innings, which was exceptional for that era. It signifies a consistent performance across his initial matches.
7. Gordon Greenidge (West Indies)
Greenidge’s powerful batting style and ability to dominate bowlers made him a formidable opener for the West Indies.
His partnership with Desmond Haynes at the top of the order is considered one of the greatest in cricket history, laying the foundation for many West Indies victories.
It took Greenidge 11 years and 128 days to reach the milestone of 3000 runs in ODI cricket, playing 72 matches and innings.
6. Viv Richards (West Indies)
Viv Richards reached 3000 runs in 8 years and 359 days, playing 74 matches and 69 innings. Richards achieved this milestone on May 31, 1984, against England in Manchester.
Richards wasn’t just consistent; he was explosive. His aggressive batting style, nicknamed “Master Blaster,” struck fear in bowlers and thrilled audiences. His 3000 runs were likely punctuated by numerous memorable innings, showcasing his power and flair.
Richards’ feat inspired countless future generations of batsmen, demonstrating the power of aggression and calculated risk-taking in ODI cricket. He remains an icon of the format.
5. Babar Azam (Pakistan)
Babar Azam arrived on the scene with a reputation for elegance and technique, quickly garnering comparisons to legends like Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar.
His ability to score against all types of attacks and adapt to different situations makes him a special talent.
Babar Azam made his debut on May 31, 2015. He reached 3000 runs in 4 years and 26 days, playing 70 matches and 68 innings. Azam achieved this milestone on June 26, 2019, against New Zealand in Birmingham.
4. Imam-ul-Haq (Pakistan)
Imam-ul-Haq announced his arrival on the international scene with a bang, scoring a century on his ODI debut against Sri Lanka in October 2017.
This early success hinted at the potential he possessed, and he gradually cemented his place as a vital part of the Pakistan opening lineup.
He reached 3000 runs in 5 years and 357 days, playing 68 matches and 67 innings. He achieved this milestone on October 10, 2023, against Sri Lanka in Hyderabad.
3. Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan)
Fakhar Zaman made his debut on June 7, 2017. He reached 3000 runs in 5 years and 326 days, playing 67 matches and 67 innings. Zaman achieved this milestone on April 29, 2023, against New Zealand in Rawalpindi.
With his aggressive batting style and ability to score quickly, he is a valuable asset to the Pakistan team. Cricket fans around the world will be eagerly following his progress and hoping for many more remarkable innings from him in the years to come.
2. Shai Hope (West Indies)
Shai Hope is known for his elegant strokeplay and his ability to score quickly. He has been a key player for the West Indies in recent years, and he is considered to be one of the best young batsmen in the world.
Hope debuted on November 16, 2016, and reached 3000 runs in 3 years and 36 days. It took him 72 matches and 67 innings to achieve this milestone. This translates to an average of approximately 44.78 runs per inning.
1. Hashim Amla (South Africa)
Hashim Amla is considered one of the greatest ODI batsmen of all time. His elegant technique, exceptional shot selection, and ability to score quickly across formats made him a dominant force, and is the fastest batsman to reach 3000 runs in ODI cricket.Â
He reached 3000 ODI runs in just 4 years and 172 days, playing 59 matches and 57 innings, translating an average of 52.63 runs per innings, a truly impressive feat in ODI cricket.
List of Top 100 Batsmen With Fastest to Reach 3000 Runs in ODI
Sr. No. | Player | Time | Matches | Innings | |
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1 | Hashim Amla (SA) | 4y 172d | 59 | 57 | |
2 | Shai Hope (WI) | 3y 36d | 72 | 67 | |
3 | Fakhar Zaman (PAK) | 5y 326d | 67 | 67 | |
4 | Imam-ul-Haq (PAK) | 5y 357d | 68 | 67 | |
5 | Babar Azam (PAK) | 4y 26d | 70 | 68 | |
6 | Viv Richards (WI) | 8y 359d | 74 | 69 | |
7 | Gordon Greenidge (WI) | 11y 128d | 72 | 72 | |
8 | Gary Kirsten (SA) | 3y 357d | 72 | 72 | |
9 | Shikhar Dhawan (IND) | 5y 92d | 73 | 72 | |
10 | Joe Root (ENG) | 3y 234d | 77 | 72 | |
11 | JM Bairstow (ENG) | 8y 320d | 79 | 72 | |
12 | KS Williamson (NZ) | 4y 311d | 78 | 73 | |
13 | Q de Kock (SA) | 4y 22d | 74 | 74 | |
14 | V Kohli (IND) | 3y 180d | 78 | 75 | |
15 | GA Gooch (ENG) | 13y 172d | 77 | 76 | |
16 | JJ Roy (ENG) | 4y 26d | 78 | 76 | |
17 | KJ Coetzer (SCOT) | 13y 357d | 79 | 77 | |
18 | KP Pietersen (ENG/ICC) | 3y 364d | 87 | 78 | |
19 | NS Sidhu (IND) | 7y 27d | 83 | 79 | |
20 | BC Lara (WI) | 4y 77d | 79 | 79 | |
21 | HH Dippenaar (Afr/SA) | 6y 127d | 91 | 79 | |
22 | SPD Smith (AUS) | 6y 335d | 93 | 79 | |
23 | MG Bevan (AUS) | 4y 271d | 89 | 80 | |
24 | CH Gayle (WI) | 4y 79d | 82 | 80 | |
25 | GC Smith (Afr/SA) | 3y 296d | 81 | 80 | |
26 | GJ Bailey (AUS) | 4y 203d | 85 | 80 | |
27 | DA Warner (AUS) | 7y 261d | 83 | 81 | |
28 | DM Jones (AUS) | 5y 330d | 83 | 82 | |
29 | GR Marsh (AUS) | 4y 53d | 82 | 82 | |
30 | SC Ganguly (IND) | 7y 1d | 87 | 82 | |
31 | NV Knight (ENG) | 5y 314d | 82 | 82 | |
32 | ME Trescothick (ENG) | 3y 359d | 83 | 82 | |
33 | AJ Finch (AUS) | 5y 3d | 86 | 82 | |
34 | Rahmat Shah (AFG) | 9y 264d | 86 | 82 | |
35 | ML Hayden (AUS) | 10y 263d | 88 | 84 | |
36 | AN Cook (ENG) | 8y 63d | 84 | 84 | |
37 | AJ Lamb (ENG) | 7y 145d | 87 | 85 | |
38 | F du Plessis (SA) | 5y 145d | 88 | 85 | |
39 | MEK Hussey (AUS) | 5y 75d | 108 | 86 | |
40 | CS MacLeod (SCOT) | 13y 364d | 88 | 86 | |
41 | Inzamam-ul-Haq (PAK) | 3y 315d | 90 | 87 | |
42 | GA Hick (ENG) | 7y 319d | 88 | 87 | |
43 | RT Ponting (AUS) | 4y 194d | 87 | 87 | |
44 | JH Kallis (SA) | 4y 75d | 90 | 87 | |
45 | G Gambhir (IND) | 6y 257d | 90 | 87 | |
46 | KC Wessels (AUS/SA) | 10y 334d | 91 | 88 | |
47 | RR Sarwan (WI) | 5y 284d | 93 | 88 | |
48 | AB de Villiers (Afr/SA) | 4y 298d | 92 | 88 | |
49 | DL Haynes (WI) | 7y 33d | 90 | 89 | |
50 | R Dravid (IND) | 3y 158d | 96 | 89 | |
51 | PR Stirling (IRE) | 9y 201d | 91 | 89 | |
52 | GW Flower (ZIM) | 6y 153d | 92 | 90 | |
53 | MS Dhoni (Asia/IND) | 3y 51d | 100 | 90 | |
54 | MJ Guptill (NZ) | 6y 7d | 93 | 90 | |
55 | DC Boon (AUS) | 6y 300d | 94 | 91 | |
56 | MJ Clarke (AUS) | 4y 58d | 103 | 91 | |
57 | Aamer Sohail (PAK) | 5y 103d | 93 | 92 | |
58 | Saeed Anwar (PAK) | 7y 102d | 93 | 92 | |
59 | SR Tendulkar (IND) | 5y 112d | 96 | 93 | |
60 | MA Taylor (AUS) | 6y 82d | 96 | 93 | |
61 | NJ Astle (NZ) | 4y 293d | 94 | 93 | |
62 | Yousuf Youhana (PAK) | 4y 15d | 98 | 93 | |
63 | WU Tharanga (Asia/SL) | 4y 311d | 97 | 93 | |
64 | BA Stokes (ENG) | 12y 19d | 108 | 93 | |
65 | MS Atapattu (SL) | 9y 189d | 96 | 94 | |
66 | IR Bell (ENG) | 6y 118d | 97 | 94 | |
67 | Javed Miandad (PAK) | 11y 159d | 100 | 95 | |
68 | ME Waugh (AUS) | 7y 10d | 99 | 95 | |
69 | AC Gilchrist (AUS) | 3y 298d | 97 | 95 | |
70 | MD Crowe (NZ) | 8y 297d | 98 | 96 | |
71 | WJ Cronje (SA) | 4y 334d | 102 | 96 | |
72 | DJ Cullinan (SA) | 5y 258d | 99 | 96 | |
73 | DS Lehmann (AUS) | 8y 137d | 111 | 96 | |
74 | LRPL Taylor (NZ) | 5y 24d | 106 | 96 | |
75 | Misbah-ul-Haq (PAK) | 10y 247d | 107 | 96 | |
76 | HH Gibbs (SA) | 5y 313d | 97 | 97 | |
77 | EJG Morgan (ENG/IRE) | 7y 29d | 103 | 97 | |
78 | JP Duminy (SA) | 9y 73d | 106 | 97 | |
79 | JC Buttler (ENG) | 6y 123d | 114 | 97 | |
80 | DB Vengsarkar (IND) | 12y 251d | 105 | 98 | |
81 | S Chanderpaul (WI) | 6y 302d | 104 | 98 | |
82 | SR Watson (AUS) | 8y 226d | 116 | 98 | |
83 | TWM Latham (NZ) | 10y 157d | 106 | 98 | |
84 | A Flower (ZIM) | 7y 24d | 101 | 99 | |
85 | WTS Porterfield (IRE) | 10y 231d | 100 | 99 | |
86 | AJ Stewart (ENG) | 8y 309d | 105 | 100 | |
87 | V Sehwag (IND) | 5y 171d | 103 | 100 | |
88 | Shoaib Malik (PAK) | 6y 159d | 115 | 100 | |
89 | HDRL Thirimanne (SL) | 9y 150d | 120 | 100 | |
90 | MDKJ Perera (SL) | 8y 167d | 105 | 100 | |
91 | A Balbirnie (IRE) | 13y 165d | 106 | 100 | |
92 | SM Gavaskar (IND) | 13y 110d | 107 | 101 | |
93 | Ramiz Raja (PAK) | 5y 11d | 102 | 101 | |
94 | A Symonds (AUS) | 7y 27d | 129 | 101 | |
95 | AJ Strauss (ENG) | 6y 218d | 102 | 101 | |
96 | DI Gower (ENG) | 11y 5d | 105 | 102 | |
97 | DPMD Jayawardene (SL) | 4y 195d | 108 | 102 | |
98 | Tamim Iqbal (BAN) | 4y 191d | 102 | 102 | |
99 | Sikandar Raza (ZIM) | 8y 128d | 106 | 102 | |
100 | RG Sharma (IND) | 6y 132d | 108 | 103 |