Top 10 Batsmen with Highest Batting Average in ODI Cricket

Top 10 Batsmen with Highest Batting Average in ODI Cricket: This is the 21st century, an era of arduous innovation. Everything has gone through an extravagant level of evolution as well as revolution. Nowadays, Batsmanship in the ODI cricket has also evolved from the reigns of being utterly conservative to being much more aggressive and innovative. But whatever may be the format or era, one basic thing remains the same – Consistency. The art of consistency is the father of all virtues on the field of cricket. The batsmen who can showcase their top notch credentials on a consistent basis find a reckoning in our list. Here’s a look at the Top 10 Batsmen with Highest Batting Average in ODI Cricket. (minimum 100 matches): 10. Dean Jones (Australia) – 44.61: Dean Jones. (© Getty Images) Arguably one of the most remarkable ODI players of his era, this middle order Australian batsman occupies the 10th position in our list. He played 164 matches for his country and accumulated 6,068 runs at an average of 44.61. He racked up 7 centuries and 46 half-centuries and that too at a strike rate of 72. Jones had a distinct knack of dancing down the track against the fast bowlers which made him one of his own kind in that era. Also Read – Top 10 Highest batting strike rates in a ODI innings 9. Sachin Tendulkar (India) – 44.83: Sachin Tendulkar. (© Getty Images) Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar is the biggest cricketing icon on the planet. In his gigantic career which spanned for 24 years, he played 463 ODI matches and has a monstrous tally of 18,426 runs. Sachin also has a staggering average of 44.83 with an implausible strike rate of 86 against his name. To hold such mind-boggling stats for over decades and that too with such abrupt consistency is a special breed of meticulous talent indeed. He dedicated his entire youth on the 22 yards and also stands tall with 49 centuries and 96 half-centuries and a highest score of 200* in this format of the game. 8. Gordon Greenidge (West Indies) – 45.03: Gordon Greenidge. (Photo Source: PA Photos) The Dashing West Indian opener, Gordon Greenidge represented his country from 1975 to 1991. He lies at the 8th position in our list. His brooding cut shots and dismissive hooks and pulls were second to none. He played 128 matches and compiled 5,134 runs at a significant average of 45. Gordon also culled 11 centuries and 31 half-centuries for his country. 7. Sir Vivian Richards (West Indies) – 47: Sir Viv Richards. (Photo Source: Getty Images) One of the Greatest ODI Batsmen of all time, Sir Vivian Richards epitomized batting with his devastatingly aggressive stroke play which enthralled the opponents with menace and paramount fear. The eras of 1970’s and 1980’s which were characterized by dour level of conservative batting, this baffling batter revolutionized ODI cricket. He amassed 6,721 runs in 187 matches at a belligerent strike rate of 90 and an astonishing average of 47. Even the players of modern era find it hard to match the chutzpah and prowess of this calypso king. 6. Michael Hussey (Australia) – 48.15: Michael Hussey. (Photo Source: AFP) The Australian southpaw Michael Hussey earned the tag of Mr. Cricket with his perpetually consistent performances in international arena. The man who has scored 15,313 first class runs prior to his international debut enjoyed a smooth transition on the highest level of the game as well. He featured in 185 matches and has a total of 5,442 runs at a prodigious average of 48.15 and valuable strike rate of 87 to his reckoning. 4. Mahendra Singh Dhoni (India) – 51.25: MS Dhoni. (© Getty Images) The Indian limited overs captain, MS Dhoni is a man with the Midas touch. He has lead India to glory across all the formats of the game. His majestic shot for a six to lift the cup in the 2011 World Cup final at Wankhade, still fills our heart with overriding joy of happiness and bliss. Dhoni is widely regarded as one of the best finisher and Wicket Keeper batsmen in ODI Cricket. Captain Cool has represented India in 275 matches in his career with 8918 runs to his credit with a reputable average of 51.25 and sterling strike rate of 89.27. His highest ever ODI score of 183* came against Sri Lanka in Jaipur. Also Read – Top 10 Captains With Most 50 Plus Scores In International Cricket 4. Virat Kohli (India) – 51.51: India’s batsman Virat Kohli. (Photo by SAEED KHAN/AFP/Getty Images) The Indian Test captain Virat Kohli is the picture of modern Indian youth which is full of self-confidence and believes in the tit for tat attitude. Over the years, this brash Delhi lad has matured into one of the best finishers in ODI Cricket. He has so far represented India in 171 matches and has plundered 7,212 runs at a marvelous average of 51.51. Kohli also has 25 centuries against his name with a strike rate of 89.97. 3. Hashim Amla (South Africa) – 51.97: Hashim Amla. (© Gallo Images/ Getty Images) The South African Test skipper, Hashim Amla is at third in this chart of this prestigious list. He is the face of consistency, temperament and calmness. Amla is the fastest batsman in ODI history to reach the mark of 2000, 3000, 4,000, 5,000 and 6,000 runs respectively. He has played 137 matches and has racked up as many as 6,445 runs at an impeccable average of 51.97 and a startling strike rate of 89.04. In his eight-year long career, he has accumulated 23 centuries and 30 half centuries. 2. Michael Bevan (Australia) – 53.58: Michael Bevan (Photo Source: AFP) The Australian Southpaw is contemplated as the greatest finisher to have played the game. Michael Bevan’s veracious ability to bat with the tail-enders and invariably consistent temperament helped the Aussies to slaughter the opponents from the jaws of defeats many a times. He played 232 matches and piled up 6,912 runs at an excellent average of 53.58 and a decent strike rate of 74. 1. AB de Villiers (South Africa) – 53.63: AB de Villiers. (© PRAKASH SINGH/AFP/Getty Images) He is the SuperMan of cricket and is fondly referred to as Mr.360 degree as well. AB de Villiers has taken the standards of cricket to a sky-high level with his infallible temperament and gallant display of outrageous and innovative shots. In his decade, long career AB has featured in 206 ODI matches and has culled 8,742 runs at an average of 53.63. His unbelievable strike rate of 99.87 deserves a special mention. Also Read – Top 10 batsmen with highest strike rates in ODIs (8000 plus runs) (All stats updated till 25th August 2016)