Highest Individual Scores In ODIs (Source: AFP)Captain Shubman Gill has added another milestone to India’s batting records after producing a magnificent 223 not out against West Indies in the second ODI in Guwahati. Gill’s innings of 223 now also stands among the highest individual scores in the format.With his match-defining double hundred, Shubman Gill joined a rare league of batters to score more than one double century in ODI history. He joined former captain Rohit Sharma as the only other batter to do so.While Rohit achieved the feat thrice, Gill scored his second double hundred against the Windies. With this feat, Shubman Gill has joined an elite list of batters in world Cricket. This article sheds light on the top 5 highest individual scores in ODIs.5) Chris Gayle - 215 off 147 vs ZimbabweChris Gayle, a.k.a. The Universe Boss, scored the first-ever double century in ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup history on February 24, 2015, with 215 off 147 against Zimbabwe.He smashed 10 fours and 16 sixes, becoming the first West Indian to score an ODI double-century.Gayle’s explosive innings powered West Indies to 372/2, before Zimbabwe were bowled out for 289. West Indies won by 73 runs, with Gayle earning the Player of the Match award.4) Virender Sehwag - 219 off 149 vs West IndiesVirender Sehwag smashed a breathtaking 219 off 149 balls against West Indies in the fourth ODI on December 8, 2011, in Indore.His innings featured 25 fours and seven sixes as India piled up 418/5, then bowled West Indies out for 265.Sehwag’s knock made him the second batter after Sachin Tendulkar to score an ODI double-century, while India secured a commanding 153-run victory.3) Shubman Gill - 223* off 133 vs West IndiesShubman Gill produced a sensational unbeaten 223 off 133 balls against West Indies in the second ODI on October 5, 2026, in India. His innings was laced with 24 fours and 11 sixes, powering India to a mammoth total.Also read: Shubman Gill Gets 9 Out Of 10: India Players' Rating After ODI Series vs West IndiesGill's double century showcased his exceptional strokeplay and endurance, making him the latest Indian to breach the 200-run mark in ODIs. His record-breaking knock stands as the third-highest individual score in men's ODI cricket.2) Martin Guptill - 237* off 163 vs West IndiesMartin Guptill produced a breathtaking unbeaten 237 off 163 balls against West Indies in the 2015 World Cup quarter-final on March 21, 2015, at Wellington. His innings featured 24 fours and 11 sixes, powering New Zealand to 393/6.Guptill became the first New Zealand batter to score an ODI double-century and the highest individual scorer in World Cup history at the time. His innings helped New Zealand win by 143 runs and reach the semi-finals.1) Rohit Sharma - 264 off 173 vs Sri LankaRohit Sharma produced one of the greatest ODI innings on November 13, 2014, smashing a world-record 264 off 173 balls against Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens.Batting first, Rohit struck 33 fours and nine sixes to power India to 404/5. He became the first player to score two ODI double centuries, while his monumental knock helped India secure a 153-run victory after Sri Lanka were bowled out for 251.Notably, more than a decade later, Sharma’s magnificent double ton remains the highest individual score in ODIs.(*All Stats and Numbers updated till 5th October 2026)Also read - Mumbai’s Ranji Trophy Squad- Suryakumar Yadav Available, Shardul Thakur Injured: Report
