Top 10 Fastest Double Centuries in ODI Cricket History
Scoring a double century in One Day International (ODI) cricket is one of the greatest achievements for a batter. Reaching 200 runs in a 50-over match requires exceptional concentration, powerful stroke play and the ability to maintain a high scoring rate for a long period.
Over the years, several legendary batters have produced unforgettable double centuries. Sachin Tendulkar became the first men’s ODI batter to reach the milestone in 2010, while Rohit Sharma, Chris Gayle, Virender Sehwag and other stars later delivered remarkable performances.
The record has continued to fall as modern ODI cricket has become increasingly aggressive. Most recently, England captain Harry Brook scored 202 runs against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi on October 22, 2026. He reached his double century in just 114 balls, setting a new record for the fastest double century in men’s ODI history.
In this article, CricLive360 looks at the top 10 fastest double centuries in men’s ODI cricket, ranked by the number of balls each batter needed to reach 200 runs.
Top 10 Fastest Double Centuries in ODI Cricket
The following table lists the ten fastest individual ODI double-century innings, based on balls faced to reach 200 runs.
| Rank | Batter | Balls to 200 | Final Score | Opposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Harry Brook | 114 | 202 (116) | Sri Lanka |
| 2 | Shubman Gill | 117 | 223* (133) | West Indies |
| 3 | Ishan Kishan | 126 | 210 (131) | Bangladesh |
| 4 | Glenn Maxwell | 128 | 201* (128) | Afghanistan |
| 5 | Pathum Nissanka | 136 | 210* (139) | Afghanistan |
| 6 | Chris Gayle | 138 | 215 (147) | Zimbabwe |
| 7 | Virender Sehwag | 140 | 219 (149) | West Indies |
| 8 | Shubman Gill | 145 | 208 (149) | New Zealand |
| 9 | Sachin Tendulkar | 147 | 200* (147) | South Africa |
| 10 | Fakhar Zaman | 148 | 210* (156) | Zimbabwe |
Note: The rankings are based on the balls required to reach 200, not the total balls faced in the completed innings. The list reflects men’s ODI records as of October 23, 2026.
1. Harry Brook – 202 Runs off 116 Balls
Harry Brook holds the record for the fastest double century in men’s ODI cricket after a sensational performance against Sri Lanka in Rawalpindi on October 22, 2026.
The England captain reached 200 runs in only 114 balls and finished with 202 from 116 deliveries. His innings included 21 fours and 10 sixes, giving England a massive total of 429/4 in 50 overs.
Brook’s achievement was historic for English cricket. Before this innings, no English batter had scored a double century in men’s ODI cricket. Ben Stokes held England’s previous individual record with 182 runs against New Zealand in 2023.
Brook also broke Shubman Gill’s recently established record of reaching a double century in 117 balls. His achievement demonstrated how quickly an established batter can change the course of a match through controlled aggression.
Although England posted an enormous total, Sri Lanka went on to win the match with a remarkable chase. Brook’s innings therefore became memorable not only for the record but also for the unusual outcome of the game.
2. Shubman Gill – 223 Not Out off 133 Balls
Shubman Gill previously held the record for the fastest men’s ODI double century after scoring 223 not out against the West Indies in Guwahati on September 30, 2026.
Gill reached his double century in 117 balls, surpassing Ishan Kishan’s previous record. His innings included 24 fours and seven sixes and helped India complete a successful chase of a huge target.
Gill combined attacking stroke play with excellent control. Rather than relying entirely on boundaries, he rotated the strike effectively and kept the scoring rate high throughout his innings.
The performance was another important milestone in Gill’s ODI career. He had already scored a double century against New Zealand in 2023, making him one of the few batters to record multiple double centuries in men’s ODI cricket.
Although Brook has now moved ahead of him in the fastest-double-century rankings, Gill’s 223 not out remains one of the most impressive innings in the format.
3. Ishan Kishan – 210 Runs off 131 Balls
Ishan Kishan produced a memorable innings against Bangladesh in Chattogram on December 10, 2022. He scored 210 runs from 131 balls and reached his double century in 126 deliveries.
Before Gill broke his record in 2026, Kishan held the fastest-double-century record in men’s ODI cricket.
Kishan’s innings was filled with attacking intent. He struck 24 fours and 10 sixes, putting Bangladesh’s bowlers under constant pressure. His ability to find boundaries against different types of bowling helped India build a commanding total.
The left-handed batter became the fourth men’s ODI player to score a double century, joining Sachin Tendulkar, Virender Sehwag and Rohit Sharma in an exclusive group at the time.
His performance remains a significant moment in Indian cricket because it combined a rapid scoring rate with a huge individual total.
4. Glenn Maxwell – 201 Not Out off 128 Balls
Glenn Maxwell delivered one of the most extraordinary innings in ODI history against Afghanistan during the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in Mumbai.
Maxwell scored an unbeaten 201 from 128 balls, reaching his double century in the same number of deliveries. His innings included 21 fours and 10 sixes.
What made the performance particularly remarkable was the match situation. Australia were under severe pressure during their chase, and Maxwell was also struggling with physical discomfort. Despite the difficulties, he continued batting and guided Australia to a memorable victory.
His innings became one of the defining moments of the 2023 World Cup. Maxwell demonstrated exceptional determination, timing and the ability to remain composed when the match appeared to be slipping away.
Unlike most double centuries, which are associated with dominant team performances, Maxwell’s 201 not out was a rescue act that turned a difficult situation into an extraordinary win.
5. Pathum Nissanka – 210 Not Out off 139 Balls
Pathum Nissanka made history for Sri Lanka with an unbeaten 210 against Afghanistan in Pallekele on February 9, 2024.
He reached his double century in 136 balls and finished the innings with 210 runs from 139 deliveries. His knock included 20 fours and eight sixes.
Nissanka became the first Sri Lankan batter to score a double century in men’s ODI cricket. His innings was built around excellent timing, sensible shot selection and the ability to accelerate when opportunities appeared.
The performance was also important for Sri Lanka because it showed that Nissanka could build a long innings without sacrificing scoring speed. He maintained pressure on the Afghanistan attack and helped his team post a formidable total.
His achievement placed him among the leading names in the history of fast ODI double centuries.
6. Chris Gayle – 215 Runs off 147 Balls
Chris Gayle produced a powerful double century against Zimbabwe during the 2015 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup in Canberra.
The West Indies batter scored 215 from 147 balls, reaching the 200-run milestone in 138 deliveries. His innings featured 10 fours and 16 sixes.
Gayle became the first batter to score a double century in men’s ODI World Cup history. His performance was a remarkable display of power hitting, with sixes playing a major role in his scoring.
The innings helped the West Indies register a huge total and demonstrated Gayle’s ability to dominate an attack when he found his rhythm.
Known for his aggressive approach, Gayle was particularly dangerous once he settled at the crease. His World Cup double century remains one of the most memorable individual performances in the tournament’s history.
7. Virender Sehwag – 219 Runs off 149 Balls
Virender Sehwag scored 219 runs against the West Indies in Indore on December 8, 2011.
He reached his double century in 140 balls and eventually finished with 219 from 149 deliveries. His innings included 25 fours and seven sixes.
At the time, Sehwag became only the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to score a double century in men’s ODI cricket.
Sehwag’s approach was based on attacking the bowling from the beginning. He did not allow the opposition to settle into a comfortable rhythm, regularly finding gaps and hitting boundaries.
His 219 remained India’s highest individual ODI score until Rohit Sharma surpassed it with 264 against Sri Lanka in 2014.
Sehwag’s innings helped establish the idea that a batter could not only reach 200 in ODI cricket but also do so while maintaining an aggressive scoring rate.
8. Shubman Gill – 208 Runs off 149 Balls
Shubman Gill’s first ODI double century came against New Zealand in Hyderabad on January 18, 2023.
Gill scored 208 from 149 balls, reaching 200 in 145 deliveries. His innings featured 19 fours and nine sixes.
The knock was especially important because Gill became one of the youngest batters to score a double century in men’s ODI cricket. He displayed excellent timing and the ability to accelerate during the later stages of his innings.
India needed a substantial total against a competitive New Zealand side, and Gill’s performance provided the foundation for a challenging target.
The innings also established Gill as one of India’s most promising ODI batters. His later 223 not out against the West Indies in 2026 confirmed his ability to produce another double century at an even faster pace.
9. Sachin Tendulkar – 200 Not Out off 147 Balls
Sachin Tendulkar made history on February 24, 2010, when he became the first batter to score a double century in men’s ODI cricket.
He finished unbeaten on 200 from 147 balls against South Africa in Gwalior. His innings included 25 fours and three sixes.
Before Tendulkar reached the milestone, scoring 200 in a 50-over international was widely considered an exceptionally difficult achievement. His innings changed expectations about what was possible in ODI batting.
Tendulkar combined precise placement with excellent running between the wickets. Rather than depending on sixes, he found boundaries and kept the scoreboard moving throughout the innings.
His double century remains one of the most important milestones in the history of limited-overs cricket. It opened the door for later generations to pursue the same landmark.
10. Fakhar Zaman – 210 Not Out off 156 Balls
Fakhar Zaman scored an unbeaten 210 against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo on July 20, 2018.
He reached his double century in 148 balls and completed his innings with 210 runs from 156 deliveries. His knock included 24 fours and five sixes.
Fakhar became the first Pakistani batter to score a double century in men’s ODI cricket. His performance helped Pakistan build a massive total and established a new benchmark for the country’s ODI batting records.
The innings demonstrated Fakhar’s attacking style and his ability to maintain concentration over a long period. He continued scoring at a strong rate even after reaching his century.
His achievement remains a landmark in Pakistan cricket and places him among the fastest batters to reach 200 in the format.
Who Has Scored the Most Double Centuries in ODI Cricket?
The record for the most men’s ODI double centuries belongs to Rohit Sharma, who has scored three. He made 209 against Australia in 2013, 264 against Sri Lanka in 2014 and an unbeaten 208 against Sri Lanka in 2017.
Shubman Gill has also joined the multiple-double-century club, with scores of 208 against New Zealand in 2023 and 223 not out against the West Indies in 2026.
These achievements show that scoring a double century is not only about one exceptional day. Repeating the feat requires consistency, fitness, concentration and the ability to adapt to different match situations.
What Makes an ODI Double Century So Difficult?
A double century requires a batter to score 200 runs in an innings that is limited to 50 overs per side. Even with modern bats and aggressive batting strategies, the achievement remains rare.
Several factors contribute to a successful double century:
- Concentration: A batter must remain focused over a long innings.
- Strike rotation: Singles and twos prevent pressure from building when boundaries are harder to find.
- Boundary hitting: Fours and sixes help maintain a high scoring rate.
- Partnerships: Support from teammates allows the batter to build an innings without taking unnecessary risks.
- Physical endurance: Batting for a long period requires fitness and the ability to manage fatigue.
The fastest double centuries show that modern ODI cricket rewards both power and control. Batters must attack effectively while making smart decisions about when to accelerate.
Final Thoughts
The fastest double centuries in men’s ODI cricket reflect the changing nature of the game. From Sachin Tendulkar’s historic breakthrough in 2010 to the remarkable performances of Rohit Sharma, Glenn Maxwell and Shubman Gill, each innings has pushed the boundaries of what is possible.
Harry Brook now leads the list after reaching 200 in just 114 balls against Sri Lanka in October 2026. His record-breaking innings has added a new chapter to ODI history, while Gill, Kishan and other outstanding batters remain close behind.
As ODI cricket continues to evolve, future players may challenge these records. For now, these ten innings stand among the fastest double centuries the men’s format has witnessed.
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