One Day International (ODI) cricket has witnessed several milestones over the years, and one of the most impressive feats is a team scoring 400 or more runs in an inning. It's a testament to a team's batting prowess and ability to dominate the game. Let's take a closer look at the teams that have achieved this remarkable milestone:
South Africa, often known for their formidable batting and bowling sides, tops the list of teams with the most 400+ scores in ODIs. Their journey into the record books began in 2006 when they became the first team to successfully chase down a 400+ target against Australia. This match marked the first instance where a team scored over 400 runs. Since then, with star batters like AB de Villiers, Hashim Amla, Faf du Plessis, and David Miller, South Africa has crossed the 400-run mark a staggering eight times. Their latest monumental score of 428/5 came against Sri Lanka in Delhi on the 7th of September 2023.
Team India, known for its cricket-crazy fan base and powerful batting lineup, holds the second position on the list, having achieved a 400+ score six times. Their journey began in the 2007 World Cup when they registered an impressive total of 413/5 against Bermuda. India's batting prowess has been consistently on display over the years, with other 400+ scores recorded against South Africa, West Indies, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Notably, they crossed the 400-run mark twice against Sri Lanka.
England, often considered the inventors of cricket, underwent a transformation in their playing style after 2015. With aggressive and stylish cricket, they etched their name on the list of teams with the most 400+ scores in ODIs. England's first milestone came in 2015 against New Zealand, a team renowned for its strong bowling unit. With hard-hitters like Jos Buttler, Jason Roy, Jonny Bairstow, and Eoin Morgan, England has recorded five 400+ scores against different opponents. Their highest-ever score of 498/4 against the Netherlands remains a remarkable achievement.
While Australia is renowned for its ICC event victories, they occupy the fourth position on the list of teams with 400+ scores in ODIs, with only two instances. Their journey began in 2006 when they became the first-ever team to post a 400+ total in ODIs against South Africa, scoring 434/4, led by a blazing century from skipper Ricky Ponting. Australia breached the record again in the 2015 World Cup, scoring 417/6 against Afghanistan.
Sri Lanka, known for their classy and elegant style of play, holds the third overall and first Asian team position in achieving a 400+ score in ODIs. They achieved this unique feat in 2006 against the Netherlands. However, their second massive total, 415, went in vain as they narrowly lost to a formidable Indian side by just four runs in Rajkot in 2009.
