Top 3 players to score most runs for South Africa in ODI World Cup

South Africa is one of the most dominant sides when it comes to the ODI format. However, despite this, they never managed to get their hands on the ODI World Cup trophy ever. The Proteas had a great chance to win the 2015 edition but were knocked out in the semi-final by New Zealand which left the whole team heartbroken.

South Africa always had many iconic batters in their lineup who have helped the team to remain on the list of the most lethal teams in the format. The South African team will once again hope to win the upcoming edition of the grand tournament, however, there will be fewer experienced players in their squad this time. On that note, we will take a look at 3 players who have scored the most runs for South Africa in the ODI World Cup.

1. AB de Villiers

Former legendary South African batter AB de Villiers is one the most loved cricketers in the world. His batting style and athleticism on the field helped him to gain a massive fanbase.

Talking about his ODI World Cup stats, De Villiers has played 23 matches in the grand event and scored 1207 runs at an outstanding average of 63.52. He has smashed 6 half-centuries and 4 centuries in the tournament.

2. Jacques Kallis

It won’t be wrong to say that former legendary South African player Jacques Kallis is the greatest all-rounder to ever play the game. Kallis was a master both with the bat and the ball. He played 36 matches in the ODI World Cups and scored 1148 runs at an average of 45.92. Kallis smashed 9 fifties and 1 century in the tournament.

3. Herschelle Gibbs

Former legendary South African batter Herschelle Gibbs was one of the most destructive openers in the limited overs format. Gibbs has appeared in 25 World Cup matches in which he scored 1067 runs at a decent average of 56.15. Gibbs smashed 8 half-centuries and 2 centuries in the biggest tournament of cricket.