What is a 10 Wicket Win in an ODI?

A 10 wicket win in an ODI, or One Day International, is a match in which one team has defeated the other by taking all 10 wickets in the second innings. This is a rare feat in the game of cricket, but when it does happen it is considered an impressive display of bowling and batting. The team that achieves this feat is said to have won by a 10 wicket margin.

History of 10 Wicket Wins in ODIs

The first 10 wicket win in an ODI was recorded in 1983, when West Indies defeated Pakistan by 10 wickets in a match played at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Since then, there have been a total of 37 10 wicket wins in ODI cricket. India and Australia have recorded the most 10 wicket wins, with seven each.

Notable 10 Wicket Wins in ODIs

There have been some memorable 10 wicket wins in ODI cricket over the years. In 2003, Australia defeated England by 10 wickets in a match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. This was a remarkable performance by the Australian bowlers, who restricted England to just 154 runs. In 2006, India recorded a 10 wicket win against South Africa at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. This was an impressive display of batting, as the Indian batsmen chased down a target of 288 runs with ease.

Players Who Have Achieved 10 Wicket Wins in ODIs

There have been some legendary players who have achieved 10 wicket wins in ODIs. Sachin Tendulkar is the most successful, with four 10 wicket wins to his name. Other notable players include Muttiah Muralitharan (three 10 wicket wins), Shane Warne (two 10 wicket wins) and Wasim Akram (one 10 wicket win).

Teams That Have Achieved 10 Wicket Wins in ODIs

India and Australia have been the most successful teams when it comes to 10 wicket wins in ODIs. India has recorded seven 10 wicket wins, while Australia has achieved six. Other successful teams include Pakistan (four 10 wicket wins), West Indies (four 10 wicket wins) and Sri Lanka (three 10 wicket wins).

Records Held by Players and Teams in 10 Wicket Wins in ODIs

Sachin Tendulkar holds the record for most 10 wicket wins by an individual player, with four. Muttiah Muralitharan is the second most successful, with three 10 wicket wins. India is the most successful team in terms of 10 wicket wins, with seven. Australia is second with six 10 wicket wins.

Conclusion

A 10 wicket win in an ODI is a rare feat in the game of cricket, but when it does happen it is an impressive display of bowling and batting. India and Australia have recorded the most 10 wicket wins, with seven each. Sachin Tendulkar is the most successful individual player, with four 10 wicket wins, while India is the most successful team with seven.