Fastest 2000 Runs in ODI
In One Day International (ODI) cricket, scoring 2000 runs is a significant milestone for batsmen. It signifies a level of consistency and performance. As of February 16, 2024, there are over 140 batsmen who have crossed the 2000-run mark in ODIs.
The current record for the fastest 2000 runs in ODI belongs to Shubman Gill of India.
Gill achieved it in just 38 innings during the 2023 World Cup against New Zealand. This surpassed the previous record held by Hashim Amla of South Africa, who took 40 innings.
Fastest to 2000 Runs in ODI | Top 10 Batsmen
Here is the detailed overview of the top 10 batsmen with the fastest 2000 runs in ODI cricket:
10. Viv Richards (West Indies)
Sir Viv Richards made 2000 ODI runs in 49 matches and 48 innings, taking 8 years and 8 days. He achieved this milestone on 15th June 1983 against India in The Oval.
This translates to an impressive average of 40.82 runs per match and 41.67 runs per innings. ODI cricket was still in its early stages during this period, and scoring at such a consistent rate was a formidable achievement.
9. Shai Hope (West Indies)
Shai Hope achieved 2000 ODI runs in 51 matches and 47 innings, spanning 2 years and 172 days. He achieved this milestone on 7th May 2019 against Bangladesh in Dublin.
Hope’s achievement made him the fastest West Indian batsman to reach 2000 ODI runs in terms of innings played, surpassing the legendary Vivian Richards who took 48 innings.
Hope has gone on to score over 4000 more ODI runs, solidifying his position as a key player in the West Indies batting lineup.
8. Jonathan Trott (England)
Jonathan Trott reached 2000 ODI runs in 49 matches and 47 innings, taking 2 years and 315 days. He achieved this milestone on 7th July 2012 against Australia in Chester-le-Street.
It took Trott 2 years and 315 days to reach this landmark, highlighting his dedication and perseverance in international cricket.
7. Imam-ul-Haq (Pakistan)
Imam-ul-Haq achieved 2000 ODI runs in 46 matches and innings, spanning 3 years and 268 days. He achieved this milestone on 13th July 2021 against England in Birmingham.
Imam-ul-Haq’s achievement signifies his consistent performance and talent. Reaching 2000 runs in such a short span showcases his ability to adapt, score runs across different conditions and handle pressure.
6. Rassie van der Dussen (South Africa)
Rassie van der Dussen of South Africa made 2000 ODI runs in 51 matches and 45 innings, taking 4 years and 266 days. He achieved this milestone on 12th October 2023 against Australia in Lucknow.
Van der Dussen is a key member of the South Africa batting line-up and is known for his ability to score runs in all formats of the game.
He is a technically correct batsman who is strong off both the front and back foot. He is also a good fielder and has taken some important catches in the outfield.
5. Babar Azam (Pakistan)
Babar Azam achieved 2000 ODI runs in 47 matches and 45 innings, spanning 3 years and 108 days. He achieved this milestone on 16th September 2018 against Hong Kong in Dubai (DSC).
He is widely regarded as one of the finest batters in contemporary world cricket and a valuable asset to the Pakistan team and is sure to play a key role in their success in the years to come.
4. Kevin Pietersen (England)
Kevin Pietersen reached 2000 ODI runs in 51 matches and 45 innings, taking 2 years and 144 days. He achieved this milestone on 21st April 2007 against West Indies in Bridgetown.
This translates to an average of nearly 44.44 runs per innings, highlighting his ability to score consistently across matches.
3. Zaheer Abbas (Pakistan)
Zaheer Abbas was known for his graceful stroke-making and ability to adapt to different conditions and bowling attacks.
He reached 2000 ODI runs in 45 matches and innings over a period of 9 years and 32 days. He achieved this milestone on 2nd October 1983 against India in Jaipur.
2. Hashim Amla (South Africa)
Hashim Amla is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen to have played for South Africa. He was a technically correct batsman and was known for his elegant style.
Amla made 2000 runs in ODI cricket in 41 matches and 40 innings, taking 2 years and 318 days. He achieved this milestone on 21st January 2011 against India in Gqeberha.
1. Shubman Gill (India)
Shubman Gill is the fastest batsman to score Shubman Gill reached 2000 ODI runs in just 38 matches and innings over a span of 4 years and 264 days. He achieved this milestone on 22nd October 2023 against New Zealand in Dharamsala.
Gill’s accomplishment has garnered praise from all corners of the cricketing world, and he is rightly being hailed as a future star of the game. His ability to bat under pressure and score quickly makes him a valuable asset for India in the years to come.
Fastest to Reach 2000 Runs in ODI | List of Top 100 Batsmen
| Sr. No. | Player | Matches | Innings | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shubman Gill (IND) | 38 | 38 | 4y 264d |
| 2 | Hashim Amla (SA) | 41 | 40 | 2y 318d |
| 3 | Zaheer Abbas (PAK) | 45 | 45 | 9y 32d |
| 4 | Kevin Pietersen (ENG) | 51 | 45 | 2y 144d |
| 5 | Babar Azam (PAK) | 47 | 45 | 3y 108d |
| 6 | Rassie van der Dussen (SA) | 51 | 45 | 4y 266d |
| 7 | Imam-ul-Haq (PAK) | 46 | 46 | 3y 268d |
| 8 | Jonathan Trott (ENG) | 49 | 47 | 2y 315d |
| 9 | Shai Hope (WI) | 51 | 47 | 2y 172d |
| 10 | Viv Richards (WI) | 49 | 48 | 8y 8d |
| 11 | S Dhawan (IND) | 49 | 48 | 4y 20d |
| 12 | CG Greenidge (WI) | 49 | 49 | 8y 124d |
| 13 | JM Bairstow (ENG) | 53 | 49 | 7y 27d |
| 14 | KJ Coetzer (SCOT) | 51 | 49 | 10y 265d |
| 15 | Fakhar Zaman (PAK) | 49 | 49 | 3y 301d |
| 16 | SS Iyer (IND) | 54 | 49 | 5y 327d |
| 17 | G Kirsten (SA) | 50 | 50 | 2y 297d |
| 18 | AN Cook (ENG) | 51 | 51 | 6y 12d |
| 19 | DC Boon (AUS) | 54 | 52 | 3y 339d |
| 20 | AH Jones (NZ) | 52 | 52 | 3y 129d |
| 21 | NS Sidhu (IND) | 55 | 52 | 5y 146d |
| 22 | SC Ganguly (IND) | 56 | 52 | 6y 86d |
| 23 | ME Trescothick (ENG) | 52 | 52 | 2y 189d |
| 24 | Salman Butt (PAK) | 52 | 52 | 3y 266d |
| 25 | P Nissanka (SL) | 52 | 52 | 2y 341d |
| 26 | ML Hayden (AUS) | 56 | 53 | 9y 272d |
| 27 | V Kohli (IND) | 56 | 53 | 2y 294d |
| 28 | Q de Kock (SA) | 53 | 53 | 3y 15d |
| 29 | TM Head (AUS) | 56 | 53 | 7y 88d |
| 30 | KL Rahul (IND) | 55 | 53 | 7y 91d |
| 31 | GS Chappell (AUS) | 55 | 54 | 11y 39d |
| 32 | BC Lara (WI) | 54 | 54 | 2y 361d |
| 33 | Yasir Hameed (PAK) | 54 | 54 | 4y 156d |
| 34 | KS Williamson (NZ) | 59 | 54 | 4y 131d |
| 35 | GJ Bailey (AUS) | 57 | 54 | 2y 335d |
| 36 | JE Root (ENG) | 58 | 54 | 2y 157d |
| 37 | AJ Finch (AUS) | 56 | 54 | 3y 9d |
| 38 | SE Marsh (AUS) | 55 | 54 | 9y 357d |
| 39 | KC Wessels (AUS/SA) | 58 | 55 | 9y 48d |
| 40 | SPD Smith (AUS) | 68 | 55 | 5y 335d |
| 41 | GA Gooch (ENG) | 57 | 56 | 11y 61d |
| 42 | DM Jones (AUS) | 57 | 56 | 3y 345d |
| 43 | RA Smith (ENG) | 57 | 56 | 4y 259d |
| 44 | NV Knight (ENG) | 56 | 56 | 4y 285d |
| 45 | CH Gayle (WI) | 58 | 56 | 3y 71d |
| 46 | HH Dippenaar (SA) | 67 | 56 | 4y 16d |
| 47 | JJ Roy (ENG) | 57 | 56 | 2y 303d |
| 48 | DI Gower (ENG) | 60 | 57 | 5y 274d |
| 49 | AJ Lamb (ENG) | 58 | 57 | 4y 234d |
| 50 | MG Bevan (AUS) | 63 | 57 | 3y 247d |
| 51 | GC Smith (SA) | 58 | 57 | 2y 309d |
| 52 | MJ Guptill (NZ) | 59 | 57 | 3y 50d |
| 53 | AD Hales (ENG) | 59 | 57 | 3y 195d |
| 54 | Rahmat Shah (AFG) | 61 | 57 | 6y 76d |
| 55 | GR Marsh (AUS) | 58 | 58 | 2y 332d |
| 56 | Inzamam-ul-Haq (PAK) | 59 | 58 | 2y 149d |
| 57 | RT Ponting (AUS) | 58 | 58 | 3y 266d |
| 58 | AK Markram (SA) | 61 | 58 | 6y 5d |
| 59 | GA Hick (ENG) | 60 | 59 | 5y 0d |
| 60 | Ahmed Shehzad (PAK) | 59 | 59 | 5y 297d |
| 61 | DA Warner (AUS) | 61 | 59 | 6y 67d |
| 62 | IR Bell (ENG) | 62 | 60 | 3y 79d |
| 63 | MEK Hussey (AUS) | 81 | 60 | 4y 21d |
| 64 | CS MacLeod (SCOT) | 62 | 60 | 11y 0d |
| 65 | Saeed Anwar (PAK) | 62 | 61 | 5y 286d |
| 66 | GP Thorpe (ENG) | 65 | 61 | 7y 164d |
| 67 | RR Sarwan (WI) | 65 | 61 | 3y 347d |
| 68 | MJ Clarke (AUS) | 67 | 61 | 3y 3d |
| 69 | G Gambhir (IND) | 61 | 61 | 5y 217d |
| 70 | PR Stirling (IRE) | 62 | 61 | 7y 104d |
| 71 | EC Joyce (ENG/IRE) | 62 | 61 | 10y 36d |
| 72 | JH Kallis (SA) | 64 | 62 | 3y 77d |
| 73 | S Chanderpaul (WI) | 66 | 62 | 4y 190d |
| 74 | Yousuf Youhana (PAK) | 66 | 62 | 2y 145d |
| 75 | RG Twose (NZ) | 66 | 62 | 4y 321d |
| 76 | MS Dhoni (IND) | 70 | 62 | 2y 138d |
| 77 | AB de Villiers (Afr/SA) | 63 | 62 | 2y 364d |
| 78 | Misbah-ul-Haq (PAK) | 71 | 62 | 8y 337d |
| 79 | Umar Akmal (PAK) | 71 | 62 | 3y 158d |
| 80 | Mohammad Shahzad (AFG) | 62 | 62 | 8y 170d |
| 81 | DJ Cullinan (SA) | 64 | 63 | 3y 351d |
| 82 | NJ Astle (NZ) | 63 | 63 | 3y 41d |
| 83 | R Dravid (IND) | 70 | 63 | 2y 291d |
| 84 | AC Gilchrist (AUS) | 65 | 63 | 2y 227d |
| 85 | WU Tharanga (Asia/SL) | 67 | 63 | 2y 190d |
| 86 | AM Rahane (IND) | 65 | 63 | 4y 134d |
| 87 | DL Haynes (WI) | 64 | 64 | 5y 354d |
| 88 | Aamer Sohail (PAK) | 64 | 64 | 3y 348d |
| 89 | AC Hudson (SA) | 65 | 64 | 4y 155d |
| 90 | GW Flower (ZIM) | 66 | 64 | 5y 91d |
| 91 | EJG Morgan (ENG/IRE) | 64 | 64 | 4y 233d |
| 92 | MD Crowe (NZ) | 67 | 65 | 5y 326d |
| 93 | MA Taylor (AUS) | 67 | 65 | 4y 341d |
| 94 | AJ Strauss (ENG) | 66 | 65 | 3y 59d |
| 95 | JP Duminy (SA) | 72 | 65 | 6y 188d |
| 96 | Shahriar Nafees (BAN) | 65 | 65 | 5y 266d |
| 97 | Litton Das (BAN) | 65 | 65 | 7y 275d |
| 98 | Mohammad Rizwan (PAK) | 71 | 65 | 8y 193d |
| 99 | WJ Cronje (SA) | 69 | 66 | 3y 237d |
| 100 | RP Arnold (SL) | 75 | 66 | 4y 157d |
