Highest Score by a No. 4 Batsman in ODI World Cup History

We will be unfolding the Highest Score No. 4 Batsman in ODI World Cup History. In cricket batting lineup No.4 is one of the crucial positions for any team to score big. If the top order fails suddenly then No.4 becomes the top order and takes the responsibility to steady the match.  In the ICC World Cup, batters at No.4 made some mesmerizing scores that etched them forever in the record book. In this article, we’ll delve into those No.4 batters who achieved the highest individual scores on the grand stage of cricket.

Here are the Top No.4 Batsman in ODI World Cup History:

Sir Vivian Richards (WI) – 181 Runs

Date: 13 Oct 1987

Opposition: Sri Lanka

Ground: Karachi

Balls Faced: 125

Boundaries: 16 fours, 7 sixes

Strike Rate: 144.80

Sir Vivian Richards, one of the greatest batsmen of all time, set the bar high with his remarkable knock of 181 runs against Sri Lanka in the 1987 World Cup. His aggressive style of play and destructive batting made him a force to be reckoned with.

Eoin Morgan (ENG) – 148 Runs

 Eion Morgan. (Photo Source: Twitter)

Date: 18 June 2019

Opposition: Afghanistan

Ground: Manchester

Balls Faced: 71

Boundaries: 4 fours, 17 sixes

Strike Rate: 208.45

Eoin Morgan, the England captain, exhibited his prowess with an explosive innings of 148 runs against Afghanistan during the 2019 World Cup. His ability to clear the boundaries at will with 17 sixes left spectators in awe.

Aravinda de Silva (SL) – 145 Runs

 Aravinda de Silva. (Photo Source: Twitter)

Date: 6 Mar 1996

Opposition: Kenya

Ground: Kandy

Balls Faced: 115

Boundaries: 14 fours, 5 sixes

Strike Rate: 126.08

Aravinda de Silva, a Sri Lankan legend, played a pivotal role in his team’s World Cup triumph in 1996. His 145-run innings against Kenya showcased his class and skill, guiding Sri Lanka to victory.

Scott Styris (NZ) – 141 Runs

 Scott Styris. (Photo Source: Twitter)

Date: 10 Feb 2003

Opposition: Sri Lanka

Ground: Bloemfontein

Balls Faced: 125

Boundaries: 3 fours, 6 sixes

Strike Rate: 112.80

Scott Styris delivered a memorable performance for New Zealand in the 2003 World Cup with his 141 runs against Sri Lanka. His innings, although not laden with boundaries, displayed his ability to anchor the innings effectively.

Sachin Tendulkar (IND) – 140* Runs

 Sachin Tendulkar. (Photo Source: Twitter)

Date: 23 May 1999

Opposition: Kenya

Ground: Bristol

Balls Faced: 101

Boundaries: 16 fours, 3 sixes

Strike Rate: 138.61

The “Little Master,” Sachin Tendulkar, displayed his unmatched talent with an unbeaten 140 runs against Kenya in 1999. Tendulkar’s elegant stroke play and impeccable timing were on full display during this innings.

Brendan Taylor (ZIM) – 138 Runs

 Brendan Taylor. (Photo Source: ICC)

Date: 14 Mar 2015

Opposition: India

Ground: Auckland

Balls Faced: 110

Boundaries: 15 fours, 5 sixes

Strike Rate: 125.45

Brendan Taylor’s 138-run knock against India in the 2015 World Cup was a standout performance for Zimbabwe. His aggressive yet calculated approach demonstrated his ability to take on the world’s best.

These remarkable players etched their names in the annals of cricketing history with their exceptional performances, leaving fans and experts alike in awe. As the 2023 ODI World Cup is approaching, we can only wonder who will be the next No. 4 batsman to rise to the occasion and set new records on the grand stage of the World Cup.

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