The ODI World Cup stands as cricket’s ultimate stage for showcasing talent, where countless batters have gained recognition through stellar performances.
In the world of One Day International (ODIs), reaching the 50-run mark is a significant achievement, signifying a substantial contribution to one’s team. Often, when three or four players achieve this milestone in a match, victory follows.
| Most 50s in ODI World Cup |
| # | Profile | Player Name | Span | Matches | Innings | 50 | 50+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
Sachin Tendulkar (IND) | 1992-2011 | 45 | 44 | 15 | 21 | 2 |  |
Virat Kohli (IND)* | 2011-2023 | 36 | 36 | 12 | 14 |
| 3 |  |
Rohit Sharma (IND)* | 2015-2023 | 25 | 25 | 5 | 12 |
| 4 |  |
Shakib Al Hasan (BAN)* | 2007-2023 | 35 | 35 | 10 | 12 |
| 5 |  |
Kumar Sangakkara (SL) | 2003-2015 | 35 | 35 | 7 | 12 |
| 6 |  |
Ricky Ponting (AUS) | 1996-2011 | 46 | 42 | 6 | 11 |
| 7 |  |
AB De Villiers (SA) | 1999-2007 | 23 | 22 | 6 | 10 |
| 8 |  |
Herschelle Gibbs (SA) | 1999-2007 | 25 | 23 | 8 | 10 |
| 9 |  |
David Warner (AUS)* | 2015-2023 | 25 | 25 | 4 | 10 |
| 10 |  |
Steven Smith (AUS)* | 2011-2023 | 31 | 27 | 9 | 10 |
However, consistently scoring 50s in the ICC ODI World Cup is no small feat, a distinction achieved by only a select few.
Sachin Tendulkar, the iconic Indian batter, holds the record for the most half-centuries in ODI World Cup history, amassing an impressive 15 such milestones. Across 44 innings during his legendary World Cup career, Tendulkar also notched six centuries, with most of his 50s contributing to victory.
Shakib Al Hasan, set to participate in the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup, is a notable presence in the top 10 batters with the most 50s in ODI World Cup history, having already accumulated 10 half-centuries. He has the chance to break Sachin Tendulkar’s record if he can add six more 50s to his tally in the upcoming tournament.
Among current Indian cricketers, Virat Kohli leads the pack in half-centuries in ODI World Cup matches, with six to his credit. His quest to secure ten more half-centuries in this prestigious tournament could make him the new record holder.
Furthermore, current Indian head coach Rahul Dravid, during his playing days, also recorded six half-centuries in the ODI World Cup, adding to the rich history of notable batting achievements in the tournament.
