Cricket History and Facts

Bangladesh holds the unfortunate record for most consecutive ODI defeats with 23 losses. This streak occurred early in their ODI history when they were still developing as a competitive cricket nation, having just gained Test status.

India has scored more than 400 runs in an ODI match on 3 occasions. These high-scoring feats include 413/5 vs Bermuda (2007 World Cup), 414/7 vs Sri Lanka (2017), and 401/5 vs South Africa (2015), showcasing India's batting prowess in limited-overs cricket.

Zimbabwe has been bowled out for less than 45 runs in an ODI match on 3 occasions. These include 43 vs Sri Lanka (2001), 38 vs Sri Lanka (2004), and 43 vs Sri Lanka (2023), representing some of the lowest team totals in ODI cricket history.

Viv Richards enjoyed holding the record of highest individual ODI score for the longest time - approximately 10 years. His score of 189* against England in 1984 stood as the benchmark until 1994, when it was finally surpassed.

Sanath Jayasuriya and Upul Tharanga hold the record for highest 1st wicket partnership in ODIs with 286 runs. This opening stand came against England in 2006, with Jayasuriya scoring 152 and Tharanga contributing 109 in a dominant batting display.

Chaminda Vaas's best bowling figures in an ODI innings are 8-3-19-8 (8 wickets for 19 runs). This remarkable performance came against Bangladesh in 2003, representing one of the finest individual bowling displays in ODI cricket history.

Adam Gilchrist holds the record for most ODI dismissals with 472 to his name. This includes both catches and stumpings during his distinguished career as Australia's wicketkeeper, making him one of the most successful glovemen in ODI history.

Yusuf Pathan held the record of hitting maximum sixes in IPL 2010 season at that point. Known for his aggressive batting style, Yusuf was particularly effective in the powerplay and death overs, clearing the boundary regularly.

Irfan Pathan hit 5 sixes in his match against Chennai Super Kings. This was a significant innings showcasing his ability to accelerate and score quickly, particularly useful in the middle overs of an innings.

Matthew Hayden hit 7 sixes in the match against Delhi. Known for his powerful hitting at the top of the order, Hayden's ability to clear the boundary consistently made him one of the most destructive opening batsmen in T20 cricket.

Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for the highest individual ODI score with 200* made against South Africa in 2010 at Gwalior. This was the first double-century in ODI history. Charles Coventry came close with 194*, Saeed Anwar scored 194, and Vivian Richards' highest was 189*.

At the time this question was likely authored, Mike Hussey held one of the highest career averages in ODI cricket (finishing at 48.15) and Test cricket. While Michael Bevan (53.58) and MS Dhoni (50.57) had higher ODI averages, Hussey was frequently cited for his exceptional consistency across formats during his peak years.