Today, we delve into the murky depths of ODI cricket’s record books to explore the lowest scores ever posted on the international stage.
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The lowest score in ODI cricket history is 35 runs, which was scored by Zimbabwe against Sri Lanka on April 25, 2004, at Harare Sports Club.
Here are some other notable low scores in ODI cricket:
- U.S.A.: 35 runs against Nepal on February 12, 2020, at Kirtipur.
- Canada: 36 runs against Sri Lanka on February 19, 2003, at Paarl.
- Sri Lanka: 43 runs against South Africa on January 11, 2012, at Paarl.
It’s interesting to note that the lowest score in an ODI Cricket World Cup match is 36 runs, which Canada scored against Sri Lanka in the 2003 World Cup.
The lowest score in ODI cricket history is a testament to the unpredictable nature of the sport. It’s a reminder that even the best teams can have an off day and that anything can happen in cricket.
List of Lowest Score in ODI Cricket
| Position | Team | Score | Overs | Vs | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zimbabwe | 35 | 18.0 | Sri Lanka | Harare | 25 Apr 2004 |
| 2 | U.S.A. | 35 | 12.0 | Nepal | Kirtipur | 12 Feb 2020 |
| 3 | Canada | 36 | 18.4 | Sri Lanka | Paarl | 19 Feb 2003 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 38 | 15.4 | Sri Lanka | Colombo (SSC) | 8 Dec 2001 |
| 5 | Sri Lanka | 43 | 20.1 | South Africa | Paarl | 11 Jan 2012 |
| 6 | Pakistan | 43 | 19.5 | West Indies | Cape Town | 25 Feb 1993 |
| 7 | Zimbabwe | 44 | 24.5 | Bangladesh | Chattogram | 3 Nov 2009 |
| 8 | Canada | 45 | 40.3 | England | Manchester | 13 Jun 1979 |
| 9 | Namibia | 45 | 14.0 | Australia | Potchefstroom | 27 Feb 2003 |
| 10 | Sri Lanka | 50 | 15.2 | India | Colombo (RPS) | 17 Sep 2023 |
| 11 | India | 54 | 26.3 | Sri Lanka | Sharjah | 29 Oct 2000 |
| 12 | West Indies | 54 | 23.2 | South Africa | Cape Town | 25 Jan 2004 |
| 13 | Zimbabwe | 54 | 13.5 | Afghanistan | Harare | 26 Feb 2017 |
| 14 | Sri Lanka | 55 | 28.3 | West Indies | Sharjah | 3 Dec 1986 |
| 15 | Sri Lanka | 55 | 19.4 | India | Wankhede | 2 Nov 2023 |
In conclusion, the lowest score in ODI cricket history is 35 runs, which was scored by Zimbabwe against Sri Lanka on April 25, 2004, at Harare Sports Club. However, it’s important to remember that cricket is a game of surprises, and anything can happen on any given day.
FAQ’s
Who holds the record for most runs scored in an ODI match?
The record for the most runs scored by a batsman in an ODI match is by Rohit Sharma of India, with 264 runs Vs Sri Lanka on November 13, 2014, at Eden Gardens, Kolkata.
This was the second time Rohit Sharma had scored a double century in ODI cricket, making him the only player to have achieved this feat twice.
What is the highest score in Test cricket?
The highest score in Test cricket is 952 runs for 6 wickets, which was scored by Sri Lanka against India on August 2, 1997, at R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
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