Top 10 Fastest 200 In ODI Cricket History Till 2026

ODI cricket has changed a lot since it was first introduced, meaning batsmen are pushing the limits further than ever before. One of the more exciting and unique feats in ODI cricket is a double-century (200 runs), which, previously deemed all but impossible,e is now setting a new standard for the modern-day dominance of batting within the sport as we continue through 2026. In addition, multiple cricketers have been able to attain numbers in excess of 200 runs in under their respective game time at a variety of venues - and some at amazing speeds. Below is a quick reference guide for the 10 Fastest Double-Centuries Accomplished in ODI Cricket Through ALL-Time:

Ishan Kishan - (India)
Ishan Kishan holds the distinction of owning the fastest double-century in ODI history by scoring an astounding 200 runs in only 126 balls versus Bangladesh in 2022. Ishan Kishan's combination of big hitting and clean striking left the entire cricketing world astonished, as well as a mark for any batsman who wishes to be aggressivethroughouth their innings.

Glenn Maxwell - (Australia)
Glenn Maxwell's performance during the 2023 World Cup versus Afghanistan was nothing short of spectacular as he hit a dazzling 200 runs in just 128 deliveries – truly one of the most heroic performances in the history of ODI cricket,t and yet completed while experiencing extreme cramping. I think the consistency and quality of Maxwell's game will be remembered for a very long time.

Pathum Nissanka - (Sri Lanka)
Pathum Nissanka became the first Sri Lankan to record an ODI double-century by scoring it against Afghanistan in just 136 balls in 2024. Nissanka's innings demonstrated a style and poise not often seen, coupled with production on the international level that is rarely attained.

Chris Gayle (West Indies)
Chris Gayle’s legendary double century of 215 at the 2015 World Cup was purely through ferocious power hihittingg and he scored his second hundred in just 138 balls, cementing his reputation as one of the best entertainers in cricket history.

Virender Sehwag (India)
Virender Sehwag’s 219 against the West Indies in 2011 is regarded as one of the most destructive innings ever played. He reached 200 runs off only 140 deliveries and continued to perform bravely throughout the entire innings.

Shubman Gill (India)
Shubman Gill is now firmly established among the elite one-day international batsmen after scoring an outstanding 200 in 145 balls against New Zealand in 2023. His innings combined grace and power with precision.

Sachin Tendulkar (India)
The one who began it all, Sachin Tendulkar, became the first man in one-day international history to score a double century, achieving this feat in 2010. He reached 200 in 147 balls and completely altered people’s views on how ODIs are played.

Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan)
Fakhar Zaman became just the second batsman in ODI history to reach 200 when he scored an unbeaten 210 from 148 deliveries. His relentless drive for runs was evident throughout his innings, as he utilises multiple types of shots effectively and efficiently to score runs. Rohit Sharma (India) As far back as 2010, when Rohit Sharma set the record for the most individual runs scored in a one-day international at 264 runs, he was showcasing his excellent timing, fitness, and aggression. Sharma reached 200 runs after 151 deliveries, and did so with an expansive shot selection. Martin Guptill (New Zealand) Guptill had a very productive World Cup in 2015, including his magnificent innings of 237 runs, from which he scored his 200 runs off 153 deliveries. Once again, Guptill showed his aggressive style and dominance in this long innings.