7 Greatest Openers in ODIs - ALL TIMES in Cricket

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SR Tendulkar Inning: 340 Runs: 15,310

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ST Jayasuriya Inning: 383 Runs: 12,740

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CH Gayle Inning: 274 Runs: 10,179

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AC Gilchrist Inning: 259 Runs: 9,200

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SC Ganguly Inning: 236 Runs: 9,146

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RG Sharma Inning: 176 Runs: 8,836

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DL Haynes Inning: 237 Runs: 8,648

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7 Greatest Openers in ODIs - ALL TIMES in Cricket

SR Tendulkar Inning: 340 Runs: 15,310

1

The Master Blaster with an unmatched 15,310 runs, setting the standard for all openers.

ST Jayasuriya Inning: 383 Runs: 12,740

2

Explosive Sri Lankan who revolutionized opening with 12,740 runs.

CH Gayle Inning: 274 Runs: 10,179

3

The Universe Boss with 10,179 runs, known for his power-hitting prowess.

AC Gilchrist Inning: 259 Runs: 9,200

4

The dynamic Australian wicketkeeper-batsman who scored 9,200 runs.

SC Ganguly Inning: 236 Runs: 9,146

5

India's elegant left-hander with 9,146 runs, a master of the off-side.

RG Sharma Inning: 176 Runs: 8,836

6

The Hitman of modern cricket with 8,836 runs and record-breaking performances.

DL Haynes Inning: 237 Runs: 8,648

7

The West Indian stalwart who accumulated 8,648 runs with consistency and class.