The Most Run Scorers of Every Cricket World Cup

The Cricket World Cup, held every four years, is the pinnacle of the sport and a stage where legends are made. It’s a tournament that unites nations in a love for cricket, and over the years, we’ve witnessed some incredible performances. 

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar, often regarded as one of the greatest batsmen ever, stands atop the list of most runs in Cricket World Cup history. Tendulkar participated in six World Cups between 1992 and 2011, accumulating a staggering 2,278 runs in more than 40 matches. His average of 56.95 and a strike rate of 88.98 reflect his consistency and ability to dominate bowlers on the grandest stage. 

Glenn Turner

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The inaugural Cricket World Cup in 1975 witnessed the emergence of Glenn Turner, a New Zealand batsman who stole the limelight. Turner amassed 333 runs in just four matches, averaging a remarkable 166.50. His two centuries in the tournament were a testament to his batting prowess.

Gordon Greenidge

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In 1979, West Indian legend Gordon Greenidge showcased his brilliance, scoring 253 runs in four matches with an impressive average of 84.33. His unbeaten 106 against India in the final played a pivotal role in securing the World Cup for the West Indies for the second consecutive time.

David Gower

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The 1983 World Cup saw David Gower, an English batsman of the 90s era, emerge as the highest run-scorer with 384 runs in seven matches, averaging 76.80. Although England was eliminated in the semi-finals against India.

Graham Gooch

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The 1987 World Cup, hosted by India, witnessed English cricketer Graham Gooch amassing 471 runs in eight matches with an impressive average of 58.87. Despite his outstanding form, England fell short in the final against Australia.

Martin Crowe

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The 1992 World Cup in Australia featured Kiwi star batsman Martin Crowe, who scored 456 runs in nine matches. Crowe’s performance included a century and a half-centuries. New Zealand’s progress was halted in the tournament by Pakistan in the semi-finals.

Sachin Tendulkar

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Sachin Tendulkar dominated the World Cup in 1996. His accumulated runs were 523 in seven matches. He has an astonishing average of 87.16. His 2-centuries and 3 half-centuries displayed his brilliance. Though India finished in fourth place.

Rahul Dravid

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In the 1999 World Cup, former Indian great Rahul Dravid was the highest run-scorer. He scored 461 runs in eight matches. Had an average of 65.86 with 2 centuries and 3 half-centuries.

Sachin Tendulkar

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Sachin Tendulkar again blasted the 2003 World Cup. He accumulated a remarkable 673 runs in 11 matches, averaging 61.18 with a strike rate of 89.25. 

Matthew Hayden

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In the 2007 World Cup, Australian opener Matthew Hayden was the highest run-scorer with 659 runs in 11 matches, averaging 73.22. His three centuries and one half-century showcased his ability to dominate any bowling attack.

Tillakaratne Dilshan

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In the 2011 World Cup, former Sri Lankan opener Tillakaratne Dilshan shined the most. He became the highest run-scorer with 500 runs in nine matches. Maintained an average of 62.50. He scored 2 centuries and 2 half-centuries.

Rohit Sharma

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The most recent addition to the list of highest run-scorers in World Cup history is Indian captain Rohit Sharma. In the 2019 World Cup, Sharma scored a record-breaking 648 runs in nine matches. While maintaining an astonishing average of 81. He notched up 5 centuries.