The ODI format reached its peak in popularity when the World Cup was introduced in 1975. During that time, the mighty West Indies were able to traumatize the batsmen. Being tall, sharp, and skiddy, they were the greatest team in that era. But, the best part about ODI cricket is that it keeps on evolving.&nbsp;

ODI cricket became everyone’s favorite once the colorful jerseys were introduced. Under the floodlights, people enjoyed the game. Opinions changed and ODI cricket became the top priority for everyone. With multiple tournaments and World Cups, everyone loved the fact that they could witness a game of cricket within 100 overs.

In the 50-over format, multiple cricketers dominated the game. Well, many batsmen were at the top for more than 1000 days. These batsmen became the giants of the game. Their technique was pure enough to survive the ever-changing rules of the format.

Here are the players who dominated the format by being the best batsman in the format for the most consecutive days.

Let's look at the 5 batsmen who held the No. 1 ODI rank for the most consecutive days:

5. Brian Lara: 1049, From 9 March 1996 to 21 Jan 1999

<img class="size-full wp-image-349686" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/CT_365238.jpg" alt="" width="640" loading="lazy"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-349686" class="wp-caption-text">Brian Lara of the West Indies hits out. (Photo by Tom Shaw/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Brian Lara is one of the greatest batsmen in the modern era. His wizardry skills are enough to make you fall in love with this game. He was the savior, match winner, and leader of the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/west-indies/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">West Indies</a> team that often looked up to him. Lara’s match-winning abilities were outstanding and he was the prince of the sport in Trinidad. For those who were unlucky to witness his dominance, well he sits at the top along with Sachin, Ponting, and Kallis when one lists down the best to touch the willow.&nbsp;

With 299 ODI games, Lara managed to cross the 10,000 run mark with an average of 40.17. A decent strike rate of 79.51 made him the premier batsman in the West Indies lineup. Apart from that, with 19 centuries and 63 half-centuries, he dominated the bowlers with ease. We all remember him for his magnificent 400, which is still a world record.&nbsp;

But one record which is overshadowed by his brilliance is his 1049 days as the best ODI batsman. Lara was at his prime during these years and managed to become the match-winner for the West Indies. He was replaced by Michael Bevan, another legend of the game. But, Lara’s 1049 days of dominance are sufficient enough to prove his worth.&nbsp;

4. Dean Jones: 1146, From 4 Jan 1990 to 22 Feb 1993

<img class="size-full wp-image-448768" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Dean-Jones-of-Australia.jpg" alt="Dean Jones of Australia" width="640" loading="lazy"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-448768" class="wp-caption-text">Dean Jones of Australia plays a shot. (Photo by Getty Images)</figcaption>

Dean Jones had taken the initiative to redefine the way ODI cricket was to be laid in the following years. He used to rotate the strike with ease and this put up massive pressure on the opposition. This is mainly because, in an era when a run rate of 4 was sufficient, he used to score around 6-7 runs per over. Well, it is no surprise that Jones was the best ODI batsman then.&nbsp;

In 164 ODIs, Jones managed to score 6068 runs. Apart from that, he had a healthy average of 44.62. With seven centuries to his name, he was one of the finest strikers of the ball back then. Jones managed to have a decent strike rate of 72.57 during the mid-90s as well.&nbsp;

Because of his brilliance, he was the number one batsman in the 50 over the format for 1146 days. At that time, the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/australia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australians</a> were in a transition phase, which was so successful that they won three consecutive World Cups after that. Jones was the flagbearer of the Aussie team that managed to give tough competition to the best teams in the world. Jones had a career-best rating of 918 during his tenure as the best in the business.&nbsp;

3. Virat Kohli: 1258, From 22 Oct 2017 to 1 April 2021

<img class="size-full wp-image-499240" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Virat-Kohli-against-England.jpg" alt="Virat Kohli against England" width="640" loading="lazy"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-499240" class="wp-caption-text">Virat Kohli plays a shot. (Photo by Surjeet Yadav/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Virat Kohli’s standards can be measured from the fact that anything below 100 is seen as a failure for him. Since 2008, he has shocked the world with his amazing performances. Talk about his Hobart innings or 183 against Pakistan, we have witnessed a modern-day giant who has dominated world cricket for a decade. Virat Kohli is arguably the best batsman on this list.&nbsp;

Initially, it was difficult for Kohli to get into the national squad. With many veterans in the playing eleven, one had to possess unique talent to make a name for himself. And it was<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/india/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Virat Kohli</a> this time. Kohli was a part of the national squad that managed to win the World Cup in 2011. And since then, he has handled the team’s pressure excellently.&nbsp;

In 254 ODIs, Kohli has scored 12169 runs so far. And with an excellent average of 59.07, he dominates the bowlers every time. An excellent strike rate of 93.17 showcases his ability to accelerate. Because of his immense talent and hard work, Kohli was the number one batsman for 1258 days.

2. Michael Bevan: 1259, From 22 Jan 1999 to 3 July 2002

<img class="size-full wp-image-179906" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Michael-Bevan.jpg" alt="Michael Bevan" width="640" loading="lazy"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-179906" class="wp-caption-text">Michael Bevan runs between the wickets. (Photo by Jonathan Wood/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Before MS Dhoni took over the image of a finisher, Michael Bevan was the original finisher. Not only was he a finisher, but he was also the best batsman of that time. For most of the analysts, it is Bevan who is the best batsman in the ODI format. Well, for him, it was all about calculation.

Bevan was a part of the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/australia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australian team</a> that managed to win the World Cup in 1999 and 2003. He had an incredible amount of self-confidence, which fueled his dominance over the bowlers. Bevan was a phenomenal figure in the sport, and his mental toughness made life more difficult for the bowlers. During Waugh’s era, he was the go-to man in times of crisis, and during Ponting’s time too, he played the same role.

In 232 ODIs, Bevan scored 6912 runs with a healthy average of 53.17. With a healthy strike rate of 74.16, he managed to rotate the strike and play according to the situation. Bevan’s contribution to Australian cricket can be measured by the fact that he scored 46 half-centuries. Because of his sheer skills, Bevan was the number one batsman in ODIs for 1259 days.

1. Viv Richards: 1748, From 8 Jan 1984 to 20 Oct 1988

<img class="size-full wp-image-289774" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Vivian-Richards.jpg" alt="Viv Richards" width="640" loading="lazy"><figcaption id="caption-attachment-289774" class="wp-caption-text">Viv Richards hits big. (Photo by Patrick Eagar/Popperfoto/Getty Images)</figcaption>

Sir Viv Richards was the most destructive batsman in the 1970s and 1980s. He was so dominating that he never bothered to wear a helmet while facing the fast bowlers. Poor bowlers, they had to face a legend who smashed them all over the park with ease. What is the best thing about Viv? He was not a slogger.&nbsp;

It was all talent and hard work. With 8540 Test runs with an average of 50.24, he could play according to the situation. Talking about his ODI stats, he played 187 ODIs for the West Indies. During his career, he scored 6721 runs at an average of 47. A strike rate of 90.2 during that era is nothing short of spectacular.&nbsp;

Viv Richards managed to win two World Cups in 1975 and 1979. Being the most destructive batsman, he has set up the tone for generations to come. And cricketers like Virat Kohli are taking it to the next level. Viv Richards had no competition at that time because of his skills. Hence, he was the number one ranked batsman for 1748 days.&nbsp;

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The ODI format reached its peak in popularity when the World Cup was introduced in 1975. During that time, the mighty West Indies were able to traumatize the batsmen. Being tall, sharp, and skiddy, they were the greatest team in that era. But, the best part about ODI cricket is that it keeps on evolving.&nbsp;
ODI cricket became everyone’s favorite once the colorful jerseys were introduced. Under the floodlights, people enjoyed the game. Opinions changed and ODI cricket became the top priority for everyone. With multiple tournaments and World Cups, everyone loved the fact that they could witness a game of cricket within 100 overs.
In the 50-over format, multiple cricketers dominated the game. Well, many batsmen were at the top for more than 1000 days. These batsmen became the giants of the game. Their technique was pure enough to survive the ever-changing rules of the format. 
Here are the players who dominated the format by being the best batsman in the format for the most consecutive days.
<h3>Let's look at the 5 batsmen who held the No. 1 ODI rank for the most consecutive days:</h3>
<h3>5. Brian Lara: 1049, From 9 March 1996 to 21 Jan 1999</h3>
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<figcaption id="caption-attachment-349686" class="wp-caption-text">Brian Lara of the West Indies hits out. (Photo by Tom Shaw/Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Brian Lara is one of the greatest batsmen in the modern era. His wizardry skills are enough to make you fall in love with this game. He was the savior, match winner, and leader of the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/west-indies/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">West Indies</a> team that often looked up to him. Lara’s match-winning abilities were outstanding and he was the prince of the sport in Trinidad. For those who were unlucky to witness his dominance, well he sits at the top along with Sachin, Ponting, and Kallis when one lists down the best to touch the willow.&nbsp;
With 299 ODI games, Lara managed to cross the 10,000 run mark with an average of 40.17. A decent strike rate of 79.51 made him the premier batsman in the West Indies lineup. Apart from that, with 19 centuries and 63 half-centuries, he dominated the bowlers with ease. We all remember him for his magnificent 400, which is still a world record.&nbsp;
But one record which is overshadowed by his brilliance is his 1049 days as the best ODI batsman. Lara was at his prime during these years and managed to become the match-winner for the West Indies. He was replaced by Michael Bevan, another legend of the game. But, Lara’s 1049 days of dominance are sufficient enough to prove his worth.&nbsp;
<h3>4. Dean Jones: 1146, From 4 Jan 1990 to 22 Feb 1993</h3>
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<figcaption id="caption-attachment-448768" class="wp-caption-text">Dean Jones of Australia plays a shot. (Photo by Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Dean Jones had taken the initiative to redefine the way ODI cricket was to be laid in the following years. He used to rotate the strike with ease and this put up massive pressure on the opposition. This is mainly because, in an era when a run rate of 4 was sufficient, he used to score around 6-7 runs per over. Well, it is no surprise that Jones was the best ODI batsman then.&nbsp;
In 164 ODIs, Jones managed to score 6068 runs. Apart from that, he had a healthy average of 44.62. With seven centuries to his name, he was one of the finest strikers of the ball back then. Jones managed to have a decent strike rate of 72.57 during the mid-90s as well.&nbsp;
Because of his brilliance, he was the number one batsman in the 50 over the format for 1146 days. At that time, the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/australia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australians</a> were in a transition phase, which was so successful that they won three consecutive World Cups after that. Jones was the flagbearer of the Aussie team that managed to give tough competition to the best teams in the world. Jones had a career-best rating of 918 during his tenure as the best in the business.&nbsp; 
<h3>3. Virat Kohli: 1258, From 22 Oct 2017 to 1 April 2021</h3>
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<figcaption id="caption-attachment-499240" class="wp-caption-text">Virat Kohli plays a shot. (Photo by Surjeet Yadav/Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Virat Kohli’s standards can be measured from the fact that anything below 100 is seen as a failure for him. Since 2008, he has shocked the world with his amazing performances. Talk about his Hobart innings or 183 against Pakistan, we have witnessed a modern-day giant who has dominated world cricket for a decade. Virat Kohli is arguably the best batsman on this list.&nbsp;
Initially, it was difficult for Kohli to get into the national squad. With many veterans in the playing eleven, one had to possess unique talent to make a name for himself. And it was<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/india/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Virat Kohli</a> this time. Kohli was a part of the national squad that managed to win the World Cup in 2011. And since then, he has handled the team’s pressure excellently.&nbsp;
In 254 ODIs, Kohli has scored 12169 runs so far. And with an excellent average of 59.07, he dominates the bowlers every time. An excellent strike rate of 93.17 showcases his ability to accelerate. Because of his immense talent and hard work, Kohli was the number one batsman for 1258 days.
<h3>2. Michael Bevan: 1259, From 22 Jan 1999 to 3 July 2002</h3>
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<figcaption id="caption-attachment-179906" class="wp-caption-text">Michael Bevan runs between the wickets. (Photo by Jonathan Wood/Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Before MS Dhoni took over the image of a finisher, Michael Bevan was the original finisher. Not only was he a finisher, but he was also the best batsman of that time. For most of the analysts, it is Bevan who is the best batsman in the ODI format. Well, for him, it was all about calculation.
Bevan was a part of the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/australia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australian team</a> that managed to win the World Cup in 1999 and 2003. He had an incredible amount of self-confidence, which fueled his dominance over the bowlers. Bevan was a phenomenal figure in the sport, and his mental toughness made life more difficult for the bowlers. During Waugh’s era, he was the go-to man in times of crisis, and during Ponting’s time too, he played the same role.
In 232 ODIs, Bevan scored 6912 runs with a healthy average of 53.17. With a healthy strike rate of 74.16, he managed to rotate the strike and play according to the situation. Bevan’s contribution to Australian cricket can be measured by the fact that he scored 46 half-centuries. Because of his sheer skills, Bevan was the number one batsman in ODIs for 1259 days.

<h3>1. Viv Richards: 1748, From 8 Jan 1984 to 20 Oct 1988</h3>
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<figcaption id="caption-attachment-289774" class="wp-caption-text">Viv Richards hits big. (Photo by Patrick Eagar/Popperfoto/Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Sir Viv Richards was the most destructive batsman in the 1970s and 1980s. He was so dominating that he never bothered to wear a helmet while facing the fast bowlers. Poor bowlers, they had to face a legend who smashed them all over the park with ease. What is the best thing about Viv? He was not a slogger.&nbsp;
It was all talent and hard work. With 8540 Test runs with an average of 50.24, he could play according to the situation. Talking about his ODI stats, he played 187 ODIs for the West Indies. During his career, he scored 6721 runs at an average of 47. A strike rate of 90.2 during that era is nothing short of spectacular.&nbsp;
Viv Richards managed to win two World Cups in 1975 and 1979. Being the most destructive batsman, he has set up the tone for generations to come. And cricketers like Virat Kohli are taking it to the next level. Viv Richards had no competition at that time because of his skills. Hence, he was the number one ranked batsman for 1748 days.&nbsp;

The ODI format reached its peak in popularity when the World Cup was introduced in 1975. During that time, the mighty West Indies were able to traumatize the batsmen. Being tall, sharp, and skiddy, they were the greatest team in that era. But, the best part about ODI cricket is that it keeps on evolving.&nbsp;
ODI cricket became everyone’s favorite once the colorful jerseys were introduced. Under the floodlights, people enjoyed the game. Opinions changed and ODI cricket became the top priority for everyone. With multiple tournaments and World Cups, everyone loved the fact that they could witness a game of cricket within 100 overs.
In the 50-over format, multiple cricketers dominated the game. Well, many batsmen were at the top for more than 1000 days. These batsmen became the giants of the game. Their technique was pure enough to survive the ever-changing rules of the format. 
Here are the players who dominated the format by being the best batsman in the format for the most consecutive days.
<h3>Let's look at the 5 batsmen who held the No. 1 ODI rank for the most consecutive days:</h3>
<h3>5. Brian Lara: 1049, From 9 March 1996 to 21 Jan 1999</h3>
<figure id="attachment_349686" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-349686" style="width: 640px;" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-349686" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/CT_365238.jpg" alt="" width="640" loading="lazy">
<figcaption id="caption-attachment-349686" class="wp-caption-text">Brian Lara of the West Indies hits out. (Photo by Tom Shaw/Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Brian Lara is one of the greatest batsmen in the modern era. His wizardry skills are enough to make you fall in love with this game. He was the savior, match winner, and leader of the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/west-indies/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">West Indies</a> team that often looked up to him. Lara’s match-winning abilities were outstanding and he was the prince of the sport in Trinidad. For those who were unlucky to witness his dominance, well he sits at the top along with Sachin, Ponting, and Kallis when one lists down the best to touch the willow.&nbsp;
With 299 ODI games, Lara managed to cross the 10,000 run mark with an average of 40.17. A decent strike rate of 79.51 made him the premier batsman in the West Indies lineup. Apart from that, with 19 centuries and 63 half-centuries, he dominated the bowlers with ease. We all remember him for his magnificent 400, which is still a world record.&nbsp;
But one record which is overshadowed by his brilliance is his 1049 days as the best ODI batsman. Lara was at his prime during these years and managed to become the match-winner for the West Indies. He was replaced by Michael Bevan, another legend of the game. But, Lara’s 1049 days of dominance are sufficient enough to prove his worth.&nbsp;
<h3>4. Dean Jones: 1146, From 4 Jan 1990 to 22 Feb 1993</h3>
<figure id="attachment_448768" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-448768" style="width: 640px;" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-448768" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Dean-Jones-of-Australia.jpg" alt="Dean Jones of Australia" width="640" loading="lazy">
<figcaption id="caption-attachment-448768" class="wp-caption-text">Dean Jones of Australia plays a shot. (Photo by Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Dean Jones had taken the initiative to redefine the way ODI cricket was to be laid in the following years. He used to rotate the strike with ease and this put up massive pressure on the opposition. This is mainly because, in an era when a run rate of 4 was sufficient, he used to score around 6-7 runs per over. Well, it is no surprise that Jones was the best ODI batsman then.&nbsp;
In 164 ODIs, Jones managed to score 6068 runs. Apart from that, he had a healthy average of 44.62. With seven centuries to his name, he was one of the finest strikers of the ball back then. Jones managed to have a decent strike rate of 72.57 during the mid-90s as well.&nbsp;
Because of his brilliance, he was the number one batsman in the 50 over the format for 1146 days. At that time, the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/australia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australians</a> were in a transition phase, which was so successful that they won three consecutive World Cups after that. Jones was the flagbearer of the Aussie team that managed to give tough competition to the best teams in the world. Jones had a career-best rating of 918 during his tenure as the best in the business.&nbsp; 
<h3>3. Virat Kohli: 1258, From 22 Oct 2017 to 1 April 2021</h3>
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<figcaption id="caption-attachment-499240" class="wp-caption-text">Virat Kohli plays a shot. (Photo by Surjeet Yadav/Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Virat Kohli’s standards can be measured from the fact that anything below 100 is seen as a failure for him. Since 2008, he has shocked the world with his amazing performances. Talk about his Hobart innings or 183 against Pakistan, we have witnessed a modern-day giant who has dominated world cricket for a decade. Virat Kohli is arguably the best batsman on this list.&nbsp;
Initially, it was difficult for Kohli to get into the national squad. With many veterans in the playing eleven, one had to possess unique talent to make a name for himself. And it was<a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/india/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Virat Kohli</a> this time. Kohli was a part of the national squad that managed to win the World Cup in 2011. And since then, he has handled the team’s pressure excellently.&nbsp;
In 254 ODIs, Kohli has scored 12169 runs so far. And with an excellent average of 59.07, he dominates the bowlers every time. An excellent strike rate of 93.17 showcases his ability to accelerate. Because of his immense talent and hard work, Kohli was the number one batsman for 1258 days.
<h3>2. Michael Bevan: 1259, From 22 Jan 1999 to 3 July 2002</h3>
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<figcaption id="caption-attachment-179906" class="wp-caption-text">Michael Bevan runs between the wickets. (Photo by Jonathan Wood/Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Before MS Dhoni took over the image of a finisher, Michael Bevan was the original finisher. Not only was he a finisher, but he was also the best batsman of that time. For most of the analysts, it is Bevan who is the best batsman in the ODI format. Well, for him, it was all about calculation.
Bevan was a part of the <a href="https://www.crictracker.com/cricket-teams/australia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australian team</a> that managed to win the World Cup in 1999 and 2003. He had an incredible amount of self-confidence, which fueled his dominance over the bowlers. Bevan was a phenomenal figure in the sport, and his mental toughness made life more difficult for the bowlers. During Waugh’s era, he was the go-to man in times of crisis, and during Ponting’s time too, he played the same role.
In 232 ODIs, Bevan scored 6912 runs with a healthy average of 53.17. With a healthy strike rate of 74.16, he managed to rotate the strike and play according to the situation. Bevan’s contribution to Australian cricket can be measured by the fact that he scored 46 half-centuries. Because of his sheer skills, Bevan was the number one batsman in ODIs for 1259 days.

<h3>1. Viv Richards: 1748, From 8 Jan 1984 to 20 Oct 1988</h3>
<figure id="attachment_289774" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-289774" style="width: 640px;" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="size-full wp-image-289774" src="https://crictracker-admin-panel-08032022.s3.ap-south-1.amazonaws.com/media/attachments/Vivian-Richards.jpg" alt="Viv Richards" width="640" loading="lazy">
<figcaption id="caption-attachment-289774" class="wp-caption-text">Viv Richards hits big. (Photo by Patrick Eagar/Popperfoto/Getty Images)</figcaption>
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Sir Viv Richards was the most destructive batsman in the 1970s and 1980s. He was so dominating that he never bothered to wear a helmet while facing the fast bowlers. Poor bowlers, they had to face a legend who smashed them all over the park with ease. What is the best thing about Viv? He was not a slogger.&nbsp;
It was all talent and hard work. With 8540 Test runs with an average of 50.24, he could play according to the situation. Talking about his ODI stats, he played 187 ODIs for the West Indies. During his career, he scored 6721 runs at an average of 47. A strike rate of 90.2 during that era is nothing short of spectacular.&nbsp;
Viv Richards managed to win two World Cups in 1975 and 1979. Being the most destructive batsman, he has set up the tone for generations to come. And cricketers like Virat Kohli are taking it to the next level. Viv Richards had no competition at that time because of his skills. Hence, he was the number one ranked batsman for 1748 days.&nbsp;
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The ODI format reached its peak in popularity when the World Cup was introduced in 1975. During that time, the mighty West Indies were able to traumatize the batsmen. Being tall, sharp, and skiddy, th

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