The Cricket World Cup is the pinnacle of one-day international cricket, and it is where the world’s best batsmen come to the fore. Over the years, there have been some truly remarkable batting performances in World Cups, and none more so than double centuries.
A double century is a score of 200 or more runs scored by an individual batsman in an innings. It is a rare feat, and it is only achieved by the very best batsmen in the world.
In the history of Cricket World Cups, there have been eight double-centuries scored. The first was scored by Chris Gayle for the West Indies in 2015, and the most recent was scored by Rohit Sharma for India in 2019.
Double Century in Men’s ODI
| Sl | Player List | Runs Scored | Opponent Team | Year |
| 1 | Rohit Sharma | 264 (Highest) | Sri Lanka | 2014 |
| 2 | Martin Guptill | 237* | West Indies | 2015 |
| 3 | Virender Sehwag | 219 | West Indies | 2011 |
| 4 | Chris Gayle | 215 | Zimbabwe | 2015 |
| 5 | Fakhar Zaman | 210* | Zimbabwe | 2018 |
| 6 | Ishan Kishan | 210 | Bangladesh | 2022 |
| 7 | Rohit Sharma | 209 | Australia | 2013 |
| 8 | Rohit Sharma | 208* | Sri Lanka | 2017 |
| 9 | Shubman Gill | 208 | New Zealand | 2023 |
| 10 | Glenn Maxwell (CWC23) | 201* | Afghanistan | 2023 |
| 11 | Sachin Tendulkar | 200* | South Africa | 2010 |
Rohit Sharma in November has:
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) November 2, 2023
– 2 Double Hundreds in ODI.
– 3 Hundreds in Tests.
– 1 Hundred in T20I.
– IPL 2020.
The month of Hitman…….!!!! pic.twitter.com/u6p0wmWFLd
Scoring a double century in a Cricket World Cup is a massive achievement, and it is something that will be remembered for years to come. These batsmen have etched their names into the history books, and they have inspired countless others to dream big.
Double Century’s in ODI World Cup | 200 runs in CWC.
Here are some of the reasons why scoring a double century in a Cricket World Cup is so special:
- The pressure is immense. Batsmen are under a lot of pressure to perform in World Cups, and the stakes are even higher when they are chasing a double century.
- The bowlers are world-class. The bowlers who compete in World Cups are the best in the world, and they are very difficult to score runs against.
- The conditions can be challenging. The pitches and weather conditions can vary greatly from match to match, and batsmen need to be able to adapt.
Despite the challenges, scoring a double century in a Cricket World Cup is an unforgettable experience. It is a testament to the skill, talent, and mental fortitude of the batsmen who have achieved it.
| Player | Score | Vs | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gayle (WI) | 215 (147) | Zimbabwe | Canberra | 24 Feb 2015 |
| Martin Guptill (NZ) | 237* (163) | West Indies | Wellington | 21 Mar 2015 |
| Glenn Maxwell (AUS) CWC23 | 201* (128) | Afghanistan | Mumbai | 7 Nov 2023 |
List of the top 5 fastest 200s in ODI cricket | Fastest 200 in ODI
| Name of Player | Balls | Opposition | Venue | Date & Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishan Kishan (India) | 126 | Bangladesh | Chattogram | December 10, 2022 |
| Glen Maxwell (Australia) | 128 | Afghanistan | Mumbai | November 7, 2023 |
| Chris Gayle (West Indies) | 138 | Zimbabwe | Canberra | February 24, 2015 |
| Virender Sehwag (India) | 140 | West Indies | Indore | December 8, 2011 |
| Shubman Gill (India) | 145 | New Zealand | Hyderabad | January 18, 2023 |
WHOLE WANKHEDE CROWD BOWING DOWN TO GLENN MAXWELL….!!!! pic.twitter.com/mWmCkO9Rnh
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