Fastest 150s in ODI matches
ODI cricket is by far one of the most popular and entertaining formats of cricket out there. Over the years, the format has established itself as a stalwart in the sport and for good reason.
The fans have been treated with many exceptional performances over the years. Many batters have come forth and put together sensational performances that have left the fans in awe. Continuing on the same, let us have a look at the top three fastest 150s by balls in ODI cricket.
3) 76- Jos Buttler vs WI in 2018/19
The third-fastest score of 150 by balls was scored by star English batter Jos Buttler against the West Indies in February 2019. Buttler scored 150 runs in just 76 deliveries as England posted 418 runs in the first innings and eventually went on to win the game by 29 runs.
2) 65 – Jos Buttler vs Netherlands in 2022
The second-fastest score of 150 runs was also scored by Buttler. The star batter completed 150 runs in 65 deliveries against the Netherlands in June 2022. and finished his knock with a score of 162* runs in 70 deliveries. His knock helped England score a record 498 in the first innings and helped the side win the game by 232 runs.
1) 64 – AB de Villiers vs WI in 2014/15
The fastest score of 150 runs was scored by former South African batter AB de Villiers in the 19th game of the 2015 ODI World Cup against the West Indies. De Villiers scored 150 runs in just 64 balls and finished his innings with a total of 162* runs in 66 balls. Scoring 408 runs in the first innings, South Africa handed a hefty 257-run loss to the West Indies.