The One Day Internationals (ODI) have been one of the most entertaining formats of the game, with some iconic moments in the past. However, nowadays it has become more competitive, with teams changing their approach to play the second-longest format of the game. It has changed the dynamics and record books in the last few years.
Despite being one of the most challenging formats, sometimes one or two iconic performances from a team outplay the opposition and rewrite the history books. Some dominating performances produce one-sided victories, which showcase the team’s strength in the game. So, in today’s article, we will discuss the top five biggest victories in the history of ODI cricket.
#5. Australia beat Afghanistan by 275 runs in Perth, 2015
In the 26th match of the ODI World Cup 2015, hosts Australia faced debutant Afghanistan at Perth Cricket Ground. While batting first, Australia posted a massive total of 417/6 with the help of David Warner’s 178 runs in 178 innings. In response, Afghanistan failed to fight against the mighty Aussies, as they were bundled up for a mere 142 runs, falling 275 runs short of the target.
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#4. New Zealand beat Ireland by 290 runs in Aberdeen, 2008
In the first game of the Associate Tri-Series, New Zealand locked horns with Ireland. While batting first, the Kiwis posted a massive total of 402/2 in 50 overs. Openers James Marshall and Brandon McCullum scored 161 and 166, respectively. In response, Ireland were bundled up for a mere 112 runs as Tim Southee and Michael Mason clinched three wickets each.
#3. Zimbabwe beat the USA by 304 runs in Harare, 2023.
In the 17th match of the ODI World Cup qualifiers, Zimbabwe locked horns with the United States of America (USA) in Harare. While batting first, Zimbabwe posted a massive total of 408/6 in 50 overs. Star batter Sean Williams shined with his amazing century as he scored 178 runs. In response, the USA failed to put up a show with the bat, as they were bundled up for a mere 104/10 in 25.1 overs.
#2. Australia beat the Netherlands by 309 runs in Delhi, 2023
In the 24th match of the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023, Australia faced the Netherlands at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. While batting first, Australian openers David Warner (104) and Glenn Maxwell (106 off 44) helped Australia post a massive total of 399/8 in 50 overs. In response, the Netherlands failed to outplay Aussie spinners, as they were bundled up for a mere 90 runs. Spinner Adam Zampa took four wickets for Australia.
#1. India beat Sri Lanka by 317 runs in Trivandrum, 2023
In the third match of the three-match ODI series, India hosted Sri Lanka in Trivandrum. After opting to bat, the first Indian batters went all out against the Sri Lankan bowlers. Star India batter Virat Kohli smashed a magnificent century as he scored 166 runs off 110 balls. His innings helped India post a massive total of 390/5 in 50 overs. In response, Sri Lanka failed to outplay Indian bowlers and got bundled up for a mere 73 runs. Star India pacer Mohammad Siraj has clinched four wickets.
