Most Fours in ODI World Cup History

The One Day International (ODI) World Cup is one of the most highly anticipated cricketing events, organized by the International Cricket Council (ICC) every four years. This makes the tournament a major attraction for cricket fans around the world. Over the years, the World Cup has seen the participation of a wide range of cricketers, from elegant stroke players to powerful hitters. The game has evolved, and while six-hitting has become a prominent aspect, the art of rotating strikes and finding gaps for well-placed boundaries remains a timeless skill. 

Today, we will look at the players who have struck the most fours in the history of the ODI World Cup. This list contains elite players who have appeared in numerous ODI World Cups and have consistently hit the boundary with their batting talent.

Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Tendulkar, the legendary Indian cricketer, boasts the record for the most fours in the history of the ODI World Cup. His incredible feat of 241 fours came in just 44 innings spread across six World Cups. Tendulkar’s remarkable ability to consistently find the boundary showcased his extraordinary skill and made him a standout performer in ODI cricket on the world stage. 

Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma, the swashbuckling Indian cricketer, stands second on the list of most fours in ODI World Cup history. He smashed 166 boundaries across 28 innings during his illustrious career. Rohit’s elegant pull shot and his ability to accelerate the innings made him one of the game’s greats. He has served Indian cricket for 15 years, playing in three World Cups, and left an indelible mark on the sport with his impressive skills as both a captain and a opening batsman. 

David Warner

Despite having big names on the list, David Warner has found himself a place and left an imprint in the reputed ODI World Cup with his daring and brutal exhibition. In an ODI WC career that spanned 3 editions, the charismatic batsman whacked 154 fours in 29 outings to magnify his runs tally to 1527, averaging an outrageous 56.55.

Ricky Ponting

Ricky Ponting, the iconic Australian captain who led Australia to two World Cup titles as captain, occupies the third spot on the list with 145 fours in 42 innings. Ponting’s aggressive style of play and exceptional leadership made him a dominant force in the cricketing world. His ability to find the gaps and consistently score boundaries contributed significantly to Australia’s success in ODI World Cups. 

Adam Gilchrist

Adam Gilchrist, renowned for his explosive batting at the top of the order, takes the fourth spot on the list with 141 fours in 31 innings. As a wicketkeeper-batsman, Gilchrist revolutionized the role by providing Australia with brisk starts and electrifying strokeplay. His fearless approach and ability to clear the boundary with ease made him a match-winner in the ODI World Cups, contributing significantly to Australia’s tournament victories. 

Stephen Fleming

Stephen Fleming, the stylish left-handed opener from New Zealand, rounds off the top five with 134 fours to his name in 33 innings. Fleming showcased his elegant strokeplay and solid technique across four World Cup campaigns. As a key figure in New Zealand’s batting lineup, he played a pivotal role in their performances in the ODI World Cups, earning a reputation for his ability to find the gaps and play attractive shots.

List of Players with Most Fours in ODI World Cup History

Player	Innings	Fours
Sachin Tendulkar	44	241
Rohit Sharma	28	166
Virat Kohli	37	159
David Warner	29	154
Kumar Sangakkara	35	147
Ricky Ponting	42	145
Adam Gilchrist	33	141
Stephen Fleming	33	134
Brian Lara	33	131
TM Dilshan	25	122
AB de Villiers	23	121
Sanath Jayasuriya	37	120
Chris Gayle	34	116