Decoding batters with most runs in ODI chases
What's the story
In the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy 1st semi-final clash between India and Australia, talisman Virat Kohli hit a splendid 84 runs.
Kohli's 84 played a key part as India (267/6) overcame the Aussies (264/10) in Dubai to reach their 3rd successive Champions Trophy final.
Kohli made history as he surpassed 8,000 runs in ODI chases.
Here are batters with most runs in ODI chases.
#1
Sachin Tendulkar - 8,720 runs
As per ESPNcricinfo, former Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar, owns the record for the most runs while chasing in ODIs.
Tendulkar ended up with a tally of 8,720 runs from 236 matches (232 innings) at 42.33.
He hammered 17 tons and 52 fifties while chasing in ODIs with a best of 175.
Overall, Tendulkar scored 18,426 runs in ODIs at 44.83 (100s: 49, 50s: 96).
#2
Virat Kohli - 8,063 runs*
Kohli is next with a tally of 8,063 runs while chasing in ODI cricket. Kohli's 84 from 98 balls versus Australia saw him get past the landmark in his 159th inning (166 matches).
Kohli owns 28 tons and 41 fifties while chasing. He averages 64.50 and his strike rate reads 93.24.
Overall, Kohli has 14,180 runs at 58.11 (100s: 51, 50s: 74).
#3
Rohit Sharma - 6,115 runs*
Rohit Sharma has the third-most runs while chasing in ODIs. The Indian captain, who scored 28 in the semi-final clash versus Australia in Dubai, has 6,115 runs at 49.71.
Rohit has played 155 matches (151 innings) with his strike rate being 91.72. He owns 16 tons and 37 fifties.
Overall, Rohit has amassed 11,092 runs at 48.64 (100s: 32, 50s: 57).
#4
Sanath Jayasuriya - 5,742 runs
Former Sri Lankan legend, Sanath Jayasuriya, went on to register a total of 5,742 runs in ODIs while chasing.
Jayasuriya played 214 matches (210 innings) in this regard, hammering a best score of 152.
He averaged 29.44 with a strike rate of 93.35. He managed 30 fifties and 10 tons.
Overall, he scored 13,430 runs in ODIs at 32.36 (100s: 28, 50s: 68).