Teams who Scored 400 Plus in the ODI Matches

ODI or one-day international match is a form of Cricket where the two teams (with global status) play for a limited number of overs. It is one of the formats of Cricket, which are recognized officially and played between two teams having 11 players each. In general, ODI matches are played for a maximum of 50 overs (per team innings) or until all the team players get out (whichever is first). One-day internationals are also given the name of LOI, i.e., Limited Overs Internationals through LOI is a generic term used in T20 matches.

Ever Since the advent of T20 matches, it has been speculated that the popularity of ODI matches would decline as the public would lose interest in this "middle" format. But the outstanding success of the ODI World Cup of 2011 and the 2013 Champions trophy has made it clear that ODI is alive and kicking and very much here to stay. This article will acquaint you with the list of all 400 plus team scores in the ODI matches. Along with the list of all 400 plus team scores, we will list all the matches with scores in which India secured more than 400 runs.

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The first-ever 400 plus team score in the ODI matches was made by Australia against South Africa in 2006 on 12th March. Since then, six teams have made more than 400 runs in 21 matches. 

Here is a list of all 400 plus team scores broken teamwise:

• South Africa - 6

• India - 5

• England - 4

• Australia - 2

• Sri Lanka - 2

• New Zealand - 1

• West Indies - 1

England made the highest 400 plus team score in the ODI matches against Australia in 2018. England scored a whopping 481 and lost six wickets in that match. 

Let us take a look at the 400 plus team scores in the ODI matches ever made in the history of Cricket. This list is sorted in descending order of the scores made.

1. England won against Australia in 2018 with a score of 481 for 6 (played in Nottingham).

2. England won against Pakistan in 2016 with a score of 444 for 3 (played in Nottingham).

3. Sri Lanka won against The Netherlands in 2006 with a score of 443 for 9 (played in Amstelveen).

4. South Africa won against West Indies in 2015 with a score of 439 for 2 (played in Johannesburg).

5. South Africa won against Australia in 2006 with a score of 438 for 9 (played in Johannesburg).

6. South Africa won against India in 2015 with a score of 438 for 4 (played in Mumbai).

7. Australia lost against South Africa in 2006 with 434 for 4 (played in Johannesburg).

8. West Indies won against New Zealand in 2019 with 421 and were all out (played in Bristol).

9. England won against West Indies in 2018-2019 with a score of 418 for 6 (played in St George, Grenada).

10. India won against West Indies in 2011 with 418 for 5 (played in Indore).

11. South Africa won against Zimbabwe in 2006 with 418 for 5 (played in Potchefstroom).

12. Australia won against Afghanistan in 2015 with a score of 417 for 6 (played in Perth).

13. India won against Sri Lanka in 2009 with 414 for 7 (played in Rajkot).

14. India won against Bermuda in 2007 with a score of 413 for 5 (played in Port of Spain).

15. South Africa won against Ireland in 2015 with a score of 411 for 4 (played in Canberra).

16. Sri Lanka lost against India in 2009 with 411 for 8 (played in Rajkot).

17. South Africa won against West Indies in 2015 with a score of 408 for 5 (played in Sydney).

18. England won against New Zealand in 2015 with a score of 408 for 9 (played in Birmingham).

19. India won against Sri Lanka in 2014 with a score of 404 for 5 (played in Kolkata).

20. New Zealand won against Ireland in 2008 with a score of 402 for 3 (played in Aberdeen).

21. India won against South Africa in 2010 with 401 for 3 (played in Gwalior).

India All 400 Plus ODI Scores

Amongst all the teams who have scored more than 400 runs in an ODI match, South Africa tops the list as it scored 400 plus runs six times in ODIs. India stands second in the list with 5 scores of 400 plus in ODI matches. India had won all the ODI matches in which it scored more than 400 runs. 

India Scored More than 400 in the Below-given Matches:

• 413 for 5 against Bermuda in the 2007 world cup - Sehwag made the highest run (114) which was supported by Sachin and Yuvraj Singh, who scored in the 50s. Bermuda was all out for a mere 156.

• 414 for 7 against Sri Lanka in 2009 - Sehwag's contribution was highest at 146 runs, backed by 50s coming out of MS Dhoni and Sachin. Sri Lanka chased this mammoth total quite well and was only three runs short at 411. Tillakaratne Dilshan of Srilanka scored a massive 160 runs out of 124 balls.

• 401 for 3 against South Africa in 2010 - In this match, Sachin Tendulkar made the record of the first batsman in the world to score a double century in an ODI match. He stood not out at 200 off 147 balls, out of which there were 3 sixers and 24 boundaries. India had a great win of 153 runs as South Africa could make only 248 in that match.

• 418 for 5 against West Indies in 2011 - With 6 sixers and 25 fours, Virendra Sehwag scored a total of 219 out of 149 balls. India again won handily by 153 runs as the Windies were restricted to a total score of 265.

• 404 for 5 against Sri Lanka in 2014 - This was the fifth and last time India scored a 400 plus in an ODI. Rohit Sharma's 264 off 173 balls was the most significant contribution in this win, where he hit 9 sixers. This stands as the highest individual score in the world in ODI matches. The Lankans were all out for 251.

Why does ODI have an Important Place in the Game of Cricket?

The top reasons why ODI will always remain an integral part of Cricket are mentioned below:

• ODI has the much-needed balance of quality and entertainment - Those who crave fun in Cricket love T20s while purists deem test cricket the most demanding format of cricket game. The ODI has a perfect blend of both formats and connects the two extreme formats of the game. The ICC (International Cricket Council) wants to make sure that ODI remains a bridge between followers of both formats.

• The ODI World Cup attracts the entire planet - World cups are played in ODI format, and cricket lovers have a special place for World Cups, which is in the same league as other globally played world cups like rugby and football. Despite the tremendous popularity of T20, the ODI World cup is still the biggest event in the cricket world and has a great legacy.

• ODI helps spread the game of Cricket in new centers - For those nations where Cricket is not so popular or not played, the ODI format can be played more easily as the game gets over in just one day. This would enhance and add up the spectators' interest in Cricket. The ODI format can also be used at the domestic level to involve more players in this sport. 

• ODI has a balance between batsmen and bowler show of prowess - In T20, it's always the batsmen ruling over bowlers since a power hitter can be a game-changer with their fierce blows. But with the ODI format, there is a better balance of both game disciplines since bowlers have more overs where they can showcase their skills better. Bowlers get enough time to get into the game’s rhythm, and batters do not get the upper hand with just a few swings of their bats.