As of February 12, 2025, the fastest players to reach 3,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs), based on the number of innings played, are as follows:
Hashim Amla (South Africa) – 57 innings
Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan) – 67 innings
Shai Hope (West Indies) – 67 innings
Imam-ul-Haq (Pakistan) – 67 innings
Babar Azam (Pakistan) – 68 innings
Fastest to 3000 ODI Runs (By Innings)- Key Details
1. Hashim Amla (South Africa)
Innings Taken: 57
Date Achieved: 2011
Career Impact:
Set multiple fastest-run milestones in ODIs.
One of the most consistent South African batters in history.
Known for elegant stroke play and impeccable timing.
2. Fakhar Zaman (Pakistan)
Innings Taken: 67
Date Achieved: 2023
Career Impact:
Pakistan’s explosive opener with a record-breaking 210* against Zimbabwe.
First Pakistani to score a double century in ODIs.
Known for aggressive batting and match-winning knocks.
3. Shai Hope (West Indies)
Innings Taken: 67
Date Achieved: 2023
Career Impact:
One of West Indies’ most dependable batters in ODIs.
Strong technique and ability to anchor an innings.
Became WI’s ODI captain, leading the team in a rebuilding phase.
4. Imam-ul-Haq (Pakistan)
Innings Taken: 67
Date Achieved: 2023
Career Impact:
Consistent top-order batter for Pakistan.
Often criticized early in his career but proved his worth.
Played key roles in Pakistan’s major ODI victories.
5. Babar Azam (Pakistan)
Innings Taken: 68
Date Achieved: 2020
Career Impact:
One of the best modern-day ODI batters.
Captained Pakistan across formats and set numerous batting records.
Known for classical cover drives and consistency.
Highlights
Amla holds the record by a big margin (57 innings).
Pakistan dominates the list with three players in the top five.
All players on this list have been crucial for their teams in modern ODI cricket.
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