Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli| One The Legend Another the Classic.
Previously two half decades was totally rule by the Indian batsman where from 2015 to 2019 virat kohli 71.1 has the highest average in that half decades and the last half decade was rule by shubham Gill with an average of 60.8
Year 2019 to 2024
Between 2019 and 2024, Shubman Gill emerged as a prominent figure in international cricket, particularly in One Day Internationals (ODIs).
ODI Career Highlights (2019–2024):
1. Debut:
Shubman Gill made his ODI debut against New Zealand on January 31, 2019.
2. Matches Played:
Played 47 matches from 2019 to 2024.
3. Runs Scored:
Accumulated 2,328 runs at an average of 58.20 and a strike rate of 101.75.
4. Centuries and Half-Centuries:
Scored 6 centuries and 13 half-centuries.
5. Highest Score:
His highest individual score is 208, making him one of the youngest players to score a double century in ODIs.
6. Milestone:
Became the fastest batsman to reach 2,000 ODI runs, achieving it in just 38 innings.
Year-Wise Performance:
2022:
Scored 638 runs in 12 matches at an average of 70.88, with 1 century and 4 half-centuries.
2023:
A breakthrough year:
Scored 1,230 runs in 20 matches at an average of 72.35.
Hit 5 centuries, including a double century against New Zealand.
2024:
Continued his form with consistent performances in ODIs, cementing his position as a key opener.
Notable Records:
1. Double Century:
Scored 208 runs against New Zealand on January 18, 2023.
Became the youngest player to score an ODI double century at 23 years.
2. Fastest to 2,000 ODI Runs:
Reached this milestone in 38 innings, surpassing Hashim Amla (40 innings).
Year 2014 to 2019
From 2014 to 2019, Virat Kohli established himself as one of the greatest ODI batsmen in cricket history. Here’s a summary of his records and achievements during this period:
Batting Records:
1. Most Runs:
Kohli scored a staggering 6,996 runs in ODIs between 2014 and 2019, at an exceptional average of 66.80, including 26 centuries and 28 half-centuries.
2. Consistency in Chasing:
Kohli was a master of chasing targets during this time, earning the title of the "Chase Master." His ability to anchor innings and finish games under pressure was unmatched.
3. High Batting Average:
His average of 68.42 in successful run-chases is among the best ever in ODI cricket.
4. Fastest to Milestones:
Kohli became the fastest batsman to reach 8,000, 9,000, and 10,000 ODI runs.
Notable Records:
1. Most Centuries in a Calendar Year:
Scored 6 ODI centuries in both 2017 and 2018.
2. ICC Awards:
ICC ODI Player of the Year in 2017 and 2018.
ICC Cricketer of the Decade (2009–2019).