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Most Runs Against West Indies in ODIs: A three-match ODI series between India and the West Indies (West Indies tour of India, 2026) is set to begin on September 27. Matches between these two teams have often been thrilling encounters. During the 1970s and 1980s, the West Indies cricket team held undisputed dominance over world cricket, including the ODI format. Before India's victory in the 1983 World Cup, the West Indies had won the previous two World Cups consecutively.
However, a period of decline for the West Indies in ODI cricket followed. Today, the team's state in ODI cricket has deteriorated to the point where they often have to play qualifying matches just to secure a spot in ICC tournaments. Nevertheless, today we are going to tell you about the top five batsmen who have scored the most runs against the West Indies team in the ODI format:
Top 5 Batsmen with Most Runs Against West Indies in ODIs
5. Ramiz Raja – 1624 Runs
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Former Pakistani batsman and cricket commentator Ramiz Raja holds the fifth spot on the list of highest run-scorers against the West Indies in ODI cricket. During his career, Raja scored a total of 1,624 runs against the Caribbean team in 53 ODIs at an average of 32.48, including two centuries and eight half-centuries.
4. Jacques Kallis – 1666 Runs
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Legendary South African all-rounder Jacques Kallis ranks fourth on this list. Kallis scored a total of 1,666 runs against the Caribbean team across 40 innings in 40 ODIs, maintaining an impressive average of 50.48. During this period, he recorded four centuries and twelve half-centuries.
3. Mark Waugh – 1708 Runs
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Legendary Australian batsman Mark Waugh holds the third spot on this list.
During his cricket career, Waugh scored a total of 1,708 runs at an average of 39.72 in the 47 ODIs (45 innings) he played against the West Indies. Mark Waugh’s bat produced 3 centuries and 11 half-centuries against the Caribbean bowling attack.2. Javed Miandad – 1930 Runs
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Former Pakistan captain Javed Miandad holds the second spot for the most runs scored in ODI cricket against the West Indies. Renowned as one of the finest batsmen with exceptional wristwork, Miandad played 64 ODIs against the Caribbean team during his career, amassing a total of 1,930 runs at an average of 33.85.
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1. Virat Kohli – 2261* Runs
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Former Indian captain and legendary batsman Virat Kohli holds the top spot for the most ODI runs scored against the West Indies. 'King Kohli' has scored a total of 2261 runs* in the 43 ODIs (41 innings) he has played against the West Indies, maintaining an incredible average of 66.50, which includes 9 centuries and 11 half-centuries.
This tally for 'Chase Master' Kohli is set to rise further, as he will be back in action during the India-West Indies home ODI series starting on September 27.
Most Runs Against West Indies in ODIs: Top 5 Batting Stats Overview
| Player | Country | Matches (Innings) | Runs | Average | 100s / 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virat Kohli | India | 43 (41) | 2261* | 66.50 | 9 / 11 |
| Javed Miandad | Pakistan | 64 (64) | 1930 | 33.85 | 1 / 12 |
| Mark Waugh | Australia | 47 (45) | 1708 | 39.72 | 3 / 11 |
| Jacques Kallis | South Africa | 40 (40) | 1666 | 50.48 | 4 / 12 |
| Ramiz Raja | Pakistan | 53 (53) | 1624 | 32.48 | 2 / 8 |
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