Top 10 Batsmen with the highest average in D/N ODIs

Top 10 Batsmen with the highest average in D/N ODIs: The colorful Day/night cricket, also known as Floodlit cricket has witnessed some astonishing batting over the years. The first ever D/N ODI was played at Sydney cricket ground on 27 November 1979, between Australia and West Indies, which was the 1st game of 1979-80 Benson & Hedges World Series cup, organized by Kerry Packer. It was the 75th one day match overall. Here’s a look at Top 10 Batsmen with the highest average in D/N ODIs (Min. 1000 runs): 10. Jonathan Trott – 46.93: Jonathan Trott. (© Getty Images) The South African born former England batsman Jonathan Trott made his ODI debut on 27 August, 2009. He has played 36 innings in D/N ODIs, scored 1502 runs at an average of 46.93 and a strike rate of 78.47. He has made 11 fifties and 2 tons, with a top score of 137 and remained not out 4 times in D/N ODIs. Also Read – Top 10 Batsmen with Highest Batting Average in ODI Cricket 9. Sachin Tendulkar – 47.23: Sachin Tendulkar. (© MUNIR UZ ZAMAN/AFP/Getty Images) The legendary Indian took 79 ODIs to score his first century but from this point onwards there was no stopping him. One of the game’s all-time greatest icons, he holds just about every batting record worth owning in the game, including those for most runs and hundreds in Tests and ODIs, and most runs in international cricket. He played 204 innings in D/N ODIs scoring 8833 runs at an average of 47.23 and a strike rate of 86.15. Sachin scored 40 fifties and 28 tons, with a top score of 200* and remained not out 17 times in D/N ODIs. 8. Hashim Amla – 48.56: Hashim Amla. (© ANESH DEBIKY/AFP/Getty Images) South Africa’s premier batsman is one of the most elegant batsmen in world cricket. A remarkable run scorer in all forms of the game, Amla is a delight to watch when in full flow. A wristy batsman, he has a compact back-foot play which allows him to score runs on all types of surfaces. He has played 81 innings in D/N ODIs, scored 3642 runs at an average of 48.56 and a strike rate of 93.31. He has made 20 fifties and 11 tons, with a top score of 159 and remained not out 6 times in D/N ODIs. 7. Mike Hussey – 49.15: Michael Hussey. (Photo Source: AFP) Nicknamed ‘Mr. Cricket’ due to his encyclopedic knowledge of his sport, Mike Hussey had a highly successful international career, being the top-ranked ODI batsman in the world in 2006. The left-hander was an accumulator of runs and also a master in the final stages of a limited-overs innings well adept at striking bug when required. He played 111 innings in D/N ODIs scoring 3785 runs at an average of 49.15 and a strike rate of 88.64.He scored 26 fifties and 2 tons, with a top score of 109* and remained not out 34 times in D/N ODIs. 6. AB de Villiers – 49.32: AB de Villiers. (Photo Source: BCCI) A batting genius, the South African ODI skipper is easily the most difficult batsmen to bowl to. An ability to play outrageous shots makes him highly unpredictable. The consistency with which he keeps playing incredible knocks is astonishing. Currently ranked the world’s best ODI batsman by the ICC, de Villiers is one of the most revered cricketers in the world. He has played 100 innings in D/N ODIs, scored 4521 runs at an average of 49.32 and a strike rate of 99.70. He has made 23 fifties and 12 tons, with a top score of 162* and remained not out 16 times in D/N ODIs. 5. Azhar Ali – 49.34: Azhar Ali. (Photo Source: AFP) The current captain of Pakistan’s ODI team, Azhar Ali has the potential to become one of the finest batsmen in the world. A compact technique has enabled him to make an impressive start to his international career. He has played 26 innings in D/N ODIs, scored 1146 runs at an average of 49.34 and a strike rate of 79.14. He has made 9 fifties and 3 tons, with a top score of 102 and remained not out 3 times in D/N ODIs. 4. Michael Bevan – 50.27: Michael Bevan (Photo Source: AFP) A name synonymous with ODI cricket, Michael Bevan was one of the best finishers in the game. The left-hander had an ice cool temperament which helped the Aussies win matches from near impossible situations. He was regularly called the world’s best limited-overs batsman by fans and experts alike. He played 101 innings in D/N ODIs scoring 3670 runs at an average of 50.27 and a strike rate of 73.93. He scored 22 fifties and 5 tons, with a top score of 107 and remained not out 28 times in D/N ODIs. 3. MS Dhoni – 50.32: MS Dhoni. (Photo Source: Getty Images) The Indian ODI captain is one of the best in the business. A brilliant ODI batsman, MS Dhoni is a renowned match-winner for his team. His ability to bat under pressure and win matches for his team is secondary to none. As a captain, he has achieved everything a cricketer would hope for. He has played 163 innings in D/N ODIs, scored 5888 runs at an average of 50.32 and a strike rate of 86.99. He has made 41 fifties and 6 tons, with a top score of 139* and remained not out 46 times in D/N ODIs. 2. Joe Root – 55.21: Joe Root. (© Getty Images) Arguably England’s most talented batsman, Root is a consistent and dependable run scorer. Root relies more on precision than power and his patience and stubbornness at the crease make him a solid batsman. England has a well balanced ODI team now, something that they have been looking for since years, and Root remains a key figure as they look for success in this format. He has played 39 innings in D/N ODIs, scored 1822 runs at an average of 55.21 and a strike rate of 89.26. He has made 13 fifties and 5 tons, with a top score of 125 and remained not out 6 times in D/N ODIs. 1. Virat Kohli – 58.03: Virat Kohli. (Photo Source: BCCI) India’s most accomplished ODI batsman, Kohli is also the captain of India’s Test team. He is rated as one of the best ODI batsmen in the world along with the likes of AB de Villiers, Smith, and Amla. Virat Kohli is an attacking batsman and unstoppable when in full flow. He has played 126 innings in D/N ODIs, scored 6152 runs at an average of 58.03 and a strike rate of 92.31. He has scored 29 fifties and 23 tons, with a top score of 183 and remained not out 20 times in D/N ODIs. Also Read – Top 10 Batsmen with highest average in successful run chases in ODIs (All Stats Updated Till 30th October 2016)