List of batsmen who have scored 13,000 or more runs in ODI cricket

A total of five cricketers have scored over 13,000 runs in ODI cricket.

In the world of One Day International (ODI) cricket, a special group of batsmen has showcased exceptional batting skills, allowing them to accomplish something truly remarkable. Out of the 14 players who have exceeded 10,000 runs in ODIs, only a few have reached the extraordinary milestone of 13,000 runs or more in this format.

These players have firmly cemented their status as some of the most prolific run-scorers in the history of cricket. Notably, Virat Kohli has recently joined this exclusive club of 13,000-run achievers, making him the fifth batsman to reach this remarkable milestone. Now let's delve into the list of batsmen who have achieved 13,000 or more runs in ODI cricket.

Here are the list of batsmen who have scored over 13,000 runs in ODIs:

5. Virat Kohli - 13,024 Runs:

As of now, Virat Kohli has featured in 278 One Day International (ODI) matches. In these matches, he has amassed a total of 13,024 runs, boasting a highest individual score of 183 runs. His impressive ODI record includes a remarkable 47 centuries, along with 65 half-centuries. Notably, he has recently joined the exclusive club of batsmen who have reached the milestone of 13,000 runs, becoming the fifth player to achieve this remarkable feat in ODI cricket.

4. Sanath Jayasuriya - 13,430 Runs:

Sanath Jayasuriya, during his illustrious One Day International (ODI) career, played in 445 matches. He managed to accumulate a total of 13,430 runs, boasting a highest individual score of 189 runs. His impressive record includes 28 centuries and 68 half-centuries.

3. Ricky Ponting - 13,704 Runs:

Ricky Ponting, throughout his remarkable One Day International (ODI) career, appeared in 375 matches. He amassed a total of 13,704 runs, achieving his highest individual score of 164 runs. His impressive ODI record includes an impressive tally of 30 centuries and 82 half-centuries.

2. Kumar Sangakkara - 14,234 Runs:

Kumar Sangakkara, in his illustrious One Day International (ODI) career, featured in 404 matches. He accumulated a total of 14,234 runs, achieving his highest individual score of 169 runs. His impressive ODI record includes 25 centuries and an outstanding 93 half-centuries.

1. Sachin Tendulkar - 18,426 Runs:

Sachin Tendulkar, the cricket legend, played in 463 One Day International (ODI) matches during his illustrious career. In these matches, he accumulated an astounding total of 18,426 runs, achieving his highest individual score of an unbeaten 200*. His incredible ODI record includes 49 centuries, an extraordinary 96 half-centuries, and a historic double century, solidifying his status as one of the greatest batsmen in cricket history.