Fastest 4000 Runs in ODI

Scoring 4000 runs in One Day Internationals is a significant milestone for a batsman. They need to score well across different conditions, against various bowling attacks, and in crucial situations.

There are currently over 100 batsmen who have scored 4,000 or more runs in One Day Internationals. The record for the fastest batsman to reach 4000 ODI runs belongs to Hashim Amla of South Africa. Amla achieved the milestone in just 84 matches and 81 innings.

Fastest to Reach 4000 Runs in ODI | Top 10 Batsmen

Here is the detailed overview of the top 10 batsmen with the fastest to score 4000 runs in ODI cricket:

10. Gordon Greenidge (West Indies)

Gordon Greenidge made 4000 ODI runs in 97 matches and 96 innings. He reached this milestone against England on May 21, 1988, in Leeds, taking an impressive 12 years and 345 days. 

Greenidge’s accomplishment becomes even more impressive when considering the era. ODI cricket in the 1970s and 80s featured lower-scoring pitches and bowling attacks dominated by pace. 

His ability to thrive and accumulate runs under these conditions solidifies his status as a true pioneer and legend of the game.

9. Shikhar Dhawan (India)

Shikhar Dhawan is known for his aggressive and attacking batting style, often providing quick starts for the Indian team.

Dhawan achieved 4000 ODI runs in 96 ODI matches and 95 innings. He reached this milestone against Sri Lanka on December 17, 2017, in Visakhapatnam, taking 7 years and 58 days.

This accomplishment solidified Dhawan’s position as one of the most prolific and consistent ODI openers in the world.

8. Quinton de Kock (South Africa)

Quinton de Kock, the dynamic wicketkeeper-batsman from South Africa, achieved 4000 ODI runs in 94 matches and innings. He reached this milestone against Sri Lanka on August 8, 2018, in Pallekele, taking 5 years and 201 days. 

His attacking approach often puts pressure on the opposition bowlers, and his ability to adapt to different conditions made him a valuable asset in the team’s lineup.

7. David Warner (Australia)

David Warner reached 4000 ODI runs in 93 innings. He completed 4000 runs against Bangladesh on June 5, 2017, at The Oval, taking 8 years and 138 days. Warner’s aggressive approach often sets the tone for Australia’s innings.

His ability to dominate bowling attacks, particularly in the powerplay overs, makes him a crucial player for Australia in limited-overs cricket.

6. Virat Kohli (India)

Virat Kohli, the modern-day maestro of ODI cricket, made 4000 runs in 96 matches and 93 innings. He reached this milestone against England on January 19, 2013, in Ranchi, taking 4 years and 154 days. 

Kohli’s achievements in ODI cricket have earned him numerous accolades and records, cementing his place as a modern-day legend of the game. His passion for the sport and his relentless pursuit of excellence continue to inspire aspiring cricketers around the world.

5. Joe Root (England)

Joe Root scored 4000 ODI runs in 97 matches and 91 innings. He achieved this milestone against the West Indies on September 29, 2017, in Southampton, taking 4 years and 261 days.

Joe Root’s journey to 4000 ODI runs reflects more than just statistics. It highlights his technical brilliance, strategic nous, and calm composure, making him a crucial cog in the England batting line-up and a true modern-day maestro of the ODI game.

4. Shai Hope (West Indies)

Shai Hope of West Indies achieved 4000 ODI runs in 88 innings. He reached this milestone against Pakistan on June 8, 2022, in Multan, taking 5 years and 204 days. 

Hope’s calm demeanor and positive attitude are assets beyond his batting skills. He brings a sense of stability and composure to the crease, especially in pressure situations. 

This calm influence often rubs off on his teammates, fostering a sense of belief and resilience within the team.

3. Viv Richards (West Indies)

Sir Vivian Richards reached 4000 ODI runs in 88 innings. It took him 9 years and 311 days to achieve this milestone. Richards completed 4000 ODI runs against New Zealand on April 14, 1985, at Albion. 

Before Richards, ODI cricket was largely dominated by conservative batting strategies. He shattered those norms with his relentless attacking approach, peppering boundaries with powerful drives, hooks, and pulls. 

His audacious six-hitting and disregard for orthodox techniques enthralled audiences and terrified bowlers alike. He inspired a generation of young cricketers to embrace aggression and express themselves on the field.

2. Babar Azam (Pakistan)

Babar Azam, the modern-day batting sensation from Pakistan, achieved 4000 ODI runs in 84 matches and 82 innings. He reached this milestone against Australia on March 29, 2022, in Lahore, taking 6 years and 302 days to do so. 

His ability to judge the length and line of the ball with precision allows him to play shots with elegance and power, finding gaps with uncanny ease.

Even amidst pressure situations, Azam remains calm and composed, exuding an aura of control that inspires his teammates. 

This mental fortitude allows him to anchor the innings and build partnerships, providing stability to the Pakistan batting line-up.

1. Hashim Amla (South Africa)

Hashim Amla is the fastest batsman to score 4000 runs in ODI cricket. He made 4000 runs in just 84 matches and 81 innings, which took him 5 years and 274 days. 

He accomplished this feat against India on December 8, 2013, at Durban. Amla possessed an unwavering temperament, rarely succumbing to pressure. He never seemed flustered, exuding calmness under fire. 

This mental fortitude allowed him to perform at his best in crucial moments, guiding South Africa to numerous victories.

His record as the fastest to 4000 ODI runs will stand as a testament to his extraordinary talent and dedication for years to come.

Fastest to 4000 Runs in ODI | List of Top 100 Batsmen

Sr. No.	Player	Matches	Innings	Time
1	Hashim Amla (SA)	84	81	5y 274d
2	Babar Azam (PAK)	84	82	6y 302d
3	Viv Richards (WI)	96	88	9y 311d
4	Shai Hope (WI)	93	88	5y 204d
5	Joe Root (ENG)	97	91	4y 261d
6	Virat Kohli (IND)	96	93	4y 154d
7	David Warner (AUS)	95	93	8y 138d
8	Quinton de Kock (SA)	94	94	5y 201d
9	Shikhar Dhawan (IND)	96	95	7y 58d
10	Gordon Greenidge (WI)	97	96	12y 345d
11	KS Williamson (NZ)	102	96	6y 138d
12	BC Lara (WI)	101	100	5y 142d
13	DM Jones (AUS)	104	102	6y 315d
14	F du Plessis (SA)	108	104	6y 126d
15	SC Ganguly (IND)	110	105	7y 230d
16	AB de Villiers (Afr/SA)	109	105	5y 279d
17	AJ Finch (AUS)	109	105	6y 79d
18	JJ Roy (ENG)	111	105	7y 264d
19	GR Marsh (AUS)	107	106	5y 338d
20	SPD Smith (AUS)	121	106	9y 334d
21	GC Smith (Afr/SA)	109	107	5y 4d
22	GA Gooch (ENG)	110	108	15y 360d
23	NS Sidhu (IND)	116	109	10y 66d
24	DL Haynes (WI)	111	110	8y 311d
25	G Kirsten (SA)	110	110	5y 178d
26	Yousuf Youhana (PAK)	116	110	4y 248d
27	ML Hayden (AUS/ICC)	114	110	12y 37d
28	G Gambhir (IND)	114	110	7y 356d
29	PR Stirling (IRE)	113	110	11y 3d
30	MG Bevan (AUS)	126	111	5y 277d
31	SR Tendulkar (IND)	115	112	6y 121d
32	RT Ponting (AUS)	112	112	5y 355d
33	CH Gayle (ICC/WI)	115	112	5y 239d
34	MEK Hussey (AUS)	137	112	6y 33d
35	MJ Guptill (NZ)	115	112	6y 206d
36	Saeed Anwar (PAK)	114	113	7y 317d
37	ME Trescothick (ENG)	115	114	5y 340d
38	RR Sarwan (WI)	122	114	6y 264d
39	MS Dhoni (Asia/IND)	127	114	4y 39d
40	JH Kallis (SA)	118	115	5y 2d
41	SR Watson (AUS)	134	115	9y 139d
42	KP Pietersen (ENG/ICC)	126	115	7y 82d
43	Javed Miandad (PAK)	121	116	12y 119d
44	AJ Lamb (ENG)	121	117	10y 81d
45	R Dravid (IND)	124	117	3y 358d
46	DC Boon (AUS)	122	118	8y 35d
47	Misbah-ul-Haq (PAK)	129	118	11y 186d
48	ME Waugh (AUS)	123	119	7y 363d
49	WU Tharanga (Asia/SL)	124	119	6y 14d
50	NJ Astle (NZ)	123	120	5y 348d
51	HH Gibbs (SA)	120	120	6y 136d
52	MJ Clarke (AUS)	136	120	5y 167d
53	IR Bell (ENG)	124	120	8y 60d
54	AJ Strauss (ENG)	122	121	7y 101d
55	LRPL Taylor (NZ)	133	121	7y 324d
56	MD Crowe (NZ)	124	122	10y 269d
57	WJ Cronje (SA)	131	123	6y 36d
58	MS Atapattu (SL)	125	123	10y 137d
59	AC Gilchrist (AUS)	129	124	5y 153d
60	JC Buttler (ENG)	149	124	10y 116d
61	Ramiz Raja (PAK)	127	126	7y 44d
62	Inzamam-ul-Haq (PAK)	131	126	5y 136d
63	RG Sharma (IND)	132	126	7y 260d
64	Aamer Sohail (PAK)	128	127	6y 319d
65	Sikandar Raza (ZIM)	134	127	10y 57d
66	GW Flower (ZIM)	130	128	7y 265d
67	A Symonds (AUS)	161	128	8y 84d
68	RB Richardson (WI)	132	129	7y 83d
69	BRM Taylor (ZIM)	130	129	7y 289d
70	S Chanderpaul (WI)	141	131	9y 107d
71	V Sehwag (Asia/ICC/IND)	135	132	6y 225d
72	TWM Latham (NZ)	145	132	11y 317d
73	A Flower (ZIM)	136	133	8y 39d
74	WTS Porterfield (IRE)	136	133	12y 336d
75	AJ Stewart (ENG)	139	134	11y 161d
76	Yuvraj Singh (IND)	148	134	5y 194d
77	EJG Morgan (ENG/IRE)	143	134	8y 311d
78	Shoaib Malik (PAK)	151	135	8y 99d
79	JP Duminy (SA)	150	135	11y 176d
80	SC Williams (ZIM)	140	135	16y 325d
81	KC Sangakkara (Asia/ICC/SL)	148	136	5y 185d
82	Shakib Al Hasan (BAN)	142	136	8y 196d
83	DA Miller (SA)	159	136	13y 116d
84	Tamim Iqbal (BAN)	138	137	8y 24d
85	K Srikkanth (IND)	139	138	10y 89d
86	SK Raina (IND)	159	138	7y 181d
87	A Jadeja (IND)	154	139	6y 325d
88	DR Martyn (AUS)	162	140	12y 44d
89	Mohammad Hafeez (PAK)	140	140	10y 266d
90	AD Mathews (SL)	169	140	7y 38d
91	A Ranatunga (SL)	149	141	12y 215d
92	PA de Silva (SL)	146	141	10y 248d
93	Saleem Malik (PAK)	152	142	10y 223d
94	M Azharuddin (IND)	156	143	8y 204d
95	ST Jayasuriya (SL)	151	143	8y 100d
96	ADR Campbell (ZIM)	148	144	8y 310d
97	SB Styris (NZ)	166	144	10y 278d
98	AR Border (AUS)	155	145	8y 273d
99	H Masakadza (ZIM)	145	145	13y 145d
100	SP Fleming (NZ)	152	146	6y 340d