Multiple choice general knowledge sports Which cricketer was the first one to play 400 ODI matches? Mahela Jayawardene Sachin Tendulkar Adam Gilchrist Sanath Jayasuriya Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself D Correct answer Explanation Sanath Jayasuriya was indeed the first cricketer to play 400 ODI matches. He achieved this milestone in 2004, ahead of other greats like Sachin Tendulkar and Inzamam-ul-Haq who also crossed this mark later in their careers.