Most Runs in ODI International Cricket: Complete List (2025)

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Who has scored the most runs in ODI international cricket? That’s a question every cricket fan has asked at some point — and the answer is a list of legends who shaped the game with their bats. From the calm elegance of Sangakkara to the unmatched class of Tendulkar and the modern dominance of Virat Kohli, this blog covers the top ODI run-scorers of all time. Updated for 2025, here’s a deep dive into the batters who made history.

Top Players with the Most Runs in ODI Cricket (2025 List)

One-Day Internationals have always been a stage for great batters to showcase their skills under pressure. From anchoring chases to building big totals, these players have consistently delivered across conditions and eras. Here’s a look at the cricketers who’ve scored the most runs in ODI cricket, updated as of 2025.

R.	Player	Cou	Ma.	Runs
1	S. Tendulkar	IND	463	18,426
2	K. Sangakkara	SL	404	14,234
3	V. Kohli	IND	302	14,181
4	R. Ponting	AUS	375	13,704
5	S. Jayasuriya	SL	445	13,430
6	M. Jayawardene	SL	448	12,650
7	I. ul-Haq	PAK	378	11,739
8	J. Kallis	SA	328	11,579
9	S. Ganguly	IND	311	11,363
10	R. Sharma	IND	273	11,168
11	R. Dravid	IND	344	10,889
12	MS Dhoni	IND	350	10,773
13	C. Gayle	WI	301	10,480
14	B. Lara	WI	299	10,405
15	H. Tillakaratne	SL	330	10,290
16	M. Yousuf	PAK	288	9,720
17	A. Gilchrist	AUS	287	9,619
18	AB de Villiers	SA	228	9,577
19	M. Azharuddin	IND	334	9,378
20	A. de Silva	SL	308	9,284
21	S. Anwar	PAK	247	8,824
22	S. Chanderpaul	WI	268	8,778
23	Y. Singh	IND	304	8,701
24	D. Haynes	WI	238	8,648
25	R. Taylor	NZ	236	8,607
26	M. Atapattu	SL	268	8,529
27	M. Waugh	AUS	244	8,500
28	T. Iqbal	BAN	243	8,357
29	V. Sehwag	IND	251	8,273
30	H. Amla	SA	181	8,113
31	H. Gibbs	SA	248	8,094
32	S. Afridi	PAK	398	8,064
33	S. Fleming	NZ	280	8,037
34	M. Clarke	AUS	245	7,981
35	M. Rahim	BAN	274	7,795
36	E. Morgan	ENG	248	7,701
37	S. Al Hasan	BAN	247	7,570
38	S. Waugh	AUS	325	7,569
39	S. Malik	PAK	287	7,534
40	A. Ranatunga	SL	269	7,456
41	J. Miandad	PAK	233	7,381
42	M. Guptill	NZ	198	7,346
43	Y. Khan	PAK	265	7,249
44	K. Williamson	NZ	173	7,235
45	S. Malik	PAK	283	7,170
46	J. Root	ENG	180	7,126
47	N. Astle	NZ	223	7,090
48	G. Smith	SA	197	6,989
49	U. Tharanga	SL	235	6,951
50	D. Warner	AUS	161	6,932

Active Players with the Most ODI Runs in 2025

As of 2025, several active cricketers continue to dominate the ODI format with their outstanding batting performances. These players have shown remarkable consistency and skill, making significant contributions to their teams over the years. Here’s a look at the top 15 active players with the most ODI runs in 2025.

R.	Player	Ctry	Mat	Runs
1	Virat Kohli	IND	302	14,181
2	Rohit Sharma	IND	273	11,168
3	Mushfiqur Rahim	BAN	274	7,795
4	Shakib Al Hasan	BAN	247	7,570
5	Kane Williamson	NZ	173	7,235
6	Joe Root	ENG	180	7,126
7	David Warner	AUS	161	6,932
8	Quinton de Kock	SA	155	6,770
9	Shikhar Dhawan	IND	167	6,793
10	Babar Azam	PAK	131	6,235
11	Angelo Mathews	SL	226	5,916
12	Paul Stirling	IRE	170	6,005
13	Mohammad Rizwan	PAK	90	3,176
14	Najmul Hossain Shanto	BAN	72	2,634
15	Litton Das	BAN	87	2,622

Top 10 Players – Most Sixes in ODI History

Rank	Player	Country	Sixes
1	Chris Gayle	West Indies	331
2	Shahid Afridi	Pakistan	351
3	Rohit Sharma	India	308
4	MS Dhoni	India	229
5	Sanath Jayasuriya	Sri Lanka	270
6	Eoin Morgan	England	220
7	AB de Villiers	South Africa	204
8	Brendon McCullum	New Zealand	200
9	Sachin Tendulkar	India	195
10	Martin Guptill	New Zealand	187

Most Runs by Country in ODI Cricket (2025)

Team totals are a great way to evaluate the strength and consistency of a cricketing nation over time. From batting powerhouses like India and Australia to emerging teams like Afghanistan and Ireland, here’s a look at the cumulative ODI runs scored by each country as of 2025.

Country	Total ODI Runs
India	270,000
Australia	255,000
Pakistan	240,000
Sri Lanka	235,000
England	230,000
South Africa	220,000
New Zealand	210,000
West Indies	200,000
Bangladesh	185,000
Zimbabwe	160,000
Afghanistan	85,000
Ireland	80,000
Scotland	45,000
Netherlands	40,000
Namibia	15,000

Final Words

The players on this list didn’t just pile up runs — they built legacies. Each name represents years of discipline, hard work, and standout performances in pressure moments. While records will eventually be broken, the impact these batters have had on the ODI format is here to stay. As the next generation steps up, cricket fans around the world will be watching closely to see who writes the next chapter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. Who holds the record for the highest number of runs in ODI cricket?
A: Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar sits at the top of the ODI run charts, having scored 18,426 runs across 463 matches — a record that has stood strong for over a decade.

Q2. Which active cricketer has the highest ODI runs as of 2025?
A: Virat Kohli leads all active players with over 14,000 ODI runs as of 2025.

Q3. Who has the most ODI centuries?
A: As of 2025, Virat Kohli has the most centuries in ODIs, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s previous record.

Q4. How many Indian players are in the top 10 ODI run-scorers?
A: Five Indian players feature in the top 10 list: Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Sourav Ganguly, and Rahul Dravid.

Q5. Does MS Dhoni feature among the highest run-scorers in ODI cricket?
A: Yes, MS Dhoni amassed 10,773 runs during his ODI career. His ability to finish games and contribute consistently with the bat places him comfortably among the top 15 run-scorers in one-day internationals.

Q6. Which country has produced the most 10,000+ ODI run-scorers?
A: India leads with the most players who have scored over 10,000 ODI runs.

Q7. Are there any surprises in the top 50 ODI run-scorers?
A: Yes, players like Mushfiqur Rahim, Paul Stirling, and Hashan Tillakaratne have quietly built strong records and made it into the top 50.

Most Runs in ODI International Cricket: Most Career Runs by Players