Cricket is a game of passion, precision, and patience, which has produced legends that rewrote the history books time and again. For decades, we have seen cricketers set world records that still inspire millions of our fans all over the world.
Top 10 cricketers who set out-of-the-world records:
1. Sachin Tendulkar – The Master Blaster
Renowned as the God of Cricket, Sachin Tendulkar’s name is a record in itself. In over 34,000 runs across different formats and for the achievement of being the first man to score a double century in ODI, which he did at the age of 25, Tendulkar left an unbeaten legacy at the time of his retirement. That which spanned 24 years is a testament to his consistency and passion.
2. Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli has raised the bar for what batting is in modern-day cricket. By 2025, he had broken 80 international centuries and was also a record breaker in terms of reaching 8,000, 9,000, and 10,000 ODI runs. Also, his skills in the chase and fitness, which are out of the ordinary, have influenced a whole generation of players. Also, as a leader, Kohli had a hand in India’s victory in many memorable matches across formats.
3. Ricky Ponting
Australia’s greatest captain, Ricky Ponting, led the team to back-to-back World Cup wins in 2003 and 2007. Also with over 27,000 runs and 71 centuries to his name, Ponting was aggressive as well as tactically smart. His fielding and captaincy skills were exceptional, which made Australia almost unbeatable in the early 2000s.
4. Muttiah Muralitharan
In the annals of Sri Lankan cricket history, Muttiah Muralitharan is still the top wicket taker; he achieved 1,347 wickets (800 in Tests and 534 in ODIs). He had that unique spin, which included subtle variations that left even the best batsmen at a loss. Muralitharan’s dominance also changed how the world looked at spin bowling.
5. AB de Villiers
South Africa had in AB de Villiers a player who brought creativity and innovation to the art of batting. The man was known as “Mr. 360° he could dispatch the ball in any direction of the field. Also, he held the record for the fastest ODI century (of 31 balls) and is a name that will be associated with the most versatile and entertaining batsmen in cricket history. What made his play special was his ability to perform at the top level in all formats, which makes him a true modern-day legend.
6. Chris Gayle
Chris Gayle is the face of power hitting. In the West Indian team, he is a record holder for most sixes in international cricket and also the highest individual score in a T20 match (175). He took the world by storm in T20 leagues, which turned him into a global icon, in the process redefining what it means to be a game changer in limited-overs cricket.
7. Ben Stokes
England’s Ben Stokes has put on some of the best performances in recent cricket history. In 2019, he pulled off that great performance in the World Cup final and also had that amazing comeback in the Ashes at Headingley, which secured his place among the greats. Also known for his fierce competitiveness as a player and his leadership skills, by 2025, Stokes is still breaking barriers as England’s Test captain.
8. MS Dhoni
MS Dhoni’s cool-headedness in high-pressure situations made him the best-ever captain in cricket. The only man to lift all three ICC trophies (T20 World Cup, ODI World Cup, and Champions Trophy), which also includes the Champions Trophy, Dhoni’s run-out skills at the death and wicket-keeping, which was out of this world, set a bar for the younger lot to achieve. As a leader, he changed the face of Indian cricket forever.
9. Babar Azam
In the world of cricket, Pakistan’s Babar Azam has set the trend of consistency. With the highest averages across all formats, he has rewritten Pakistan’s batting record. By 2025, he had broken several national records and was still being put forward as the next great player in the league, which includes the greats like Kohli and Smith, for his grace and reliability.
10. Jasprit Bumrah
India has in Jasprit Bumrah a standout in the present era. Known for his devastating yorkers and consistency, which is a trademark of his game, Bumrah has achieved the feat of being the first Indian pacer to reach 150 wickets in both Tests and ODIs in a span of a decade. Also, it is his match-winning performances in big tournaments which has made Bumrah the most feared bowler in the world.
Conclusion
Cricket has indeed come a long way, but the legends who set those records still personify what is great about the game. From Tendulkar’s genius to Bumrah’s skill, each of these players brings to life the game’s great tradition. When we envision the future in 2025 and after, the documents left behind by them will not only be considered data but also living proof of the labor, strong commitment, and that indomitable spirit which is the essence of cricket.
