In this article, we will discuss the top players who scored the most ODI runs in women’s cricket history.
1. Mithali Raj – 7805 runs – Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The former Indian captain and star batsman Mithali Raj has the record for the Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 1999 – 2022, Mithali Raj scored 7805 runs in 211 innings of 232 matches, averaging 50.68.
She scored seven centuries and 68 half-centuries in her career, with the highest 125-run score.
Mithali Raj is a right-handed batswoman who has sound technique and great patience. She is known for her classical batting style and has many strokes in her repertoire. She is a master at playing the late cut and the on-drive and is adept at playing the sweep shot. She has excellent footwork and is a strong player of spin bowling, often playing the ball late and close to her body. She is also capable of playing shots through the off-side and is considered one of India’s best batswomen.
2. Charlotte Edwards -5992 Runs-Second Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The former English star batsman Charlotte Marie Edwards has the record for the second-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 1997 – 2016, Charlotte Edwards scored 5992 runs in 180 innings of 191 matches with an average of 38.16.
She scored nine centuries and 46 half-centuries in her career, with the highest 173-run score.
Charlotte Edwards was renowned for her aggressive batting style. She was known for her ability to play with power and precision, often taking the attack to the opposition bowlers. Edwards was capable of playing all the shots in the book, from the classic straight drive to the powerful pull shot, and was also adept at playing spin bowling. She was also known for her ability to rotate the strike, using her quick footwork and well-timed shots to pick up singles and twos.
3. Stafanie Taylor -5367 Runs-Third Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The West Indian star batsman and captain Stafanie Roxann Taylor has the record for the third-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 2008 to 2022, Stafanie Taylor scored 5367 runs in 143 innings of 148 matches with an average of 43.99.
She scored seven centuries and 38 half-centuries in her career, with the highest 171-run score.
Stafanie Roxann Taylor is an aggressive and assertive batsman who is known for her ability to hit the ball hard and long. She uses power and timing to hit the ball to all parts of the field and is especially adept at playing shots through the off-side. She can hit the ball high and long and quickly clear the boundaries. She is also an excellent fielder.
4. Suzie Bates -5207 Runs-Fourth Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The New Zealand star batsman Suzannah Wilson Bates has the record for the fourth-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 2006 – 2022, Suzie Bates scored 5207 runs in 140 innings of 146 matches with an average of 41.32.
She scored 12 centuries and 30 half-centuries in her career, with the highest 168-run score.
Suzannah Wilson Bates is an aggressive and assertive batsman with a predominantly front-foot approach. She is a natural stroke maker who looks to dominate the bowling with her driving, lofted shots and powerful pull and sweep shots. Wilson has a good eye for the ball and is known for picking the gaps in the field. She is not afraid to take risks to score quickly and can often be seen taking calculated risks to take advantage of the field placements. She is also an adept runner between the wickets, which often allows her to get the extra runs needed to help her team win.
5. Bellinda Clark -4844 Runs-Fifth Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The former Australian star batsman Belinda Jane Clark has the record for the fifth-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 1991 – 2005, Bellinda Clark scored 4844 runs in 114 innings of 118 matches with an average of 47.49.
In her career, she scored five centuries and 30 half-centuries with the highest 229-run score.
Belinda Jane Clark was a right-handed batswoman known for her aggressive batting style. She was known for her ability to take the attack to the opposition and was a powerful hitter. She was also known for her ability to rotate the strike and keep the scoreboard ticking. Her attacking batting style served her well, and she was able to accumulate runs at a fast pace.
She was also known for her ability to time the ball well and hit the ball sweetly. Her ability to time the ball and use her wrists to play shots to the boundary meant she was always a threat to the opposition. Her ability to play shots off both front and back foot meant she could score runs in all areas of the ground.
6. Karen Rolton -4814 Runs-Sixth Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The former Australian star batsman and captain Karen Louise Rolton has the record for the sixth-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 1995 – 2009, Karen Rolton scored 4814 runs in 132 innings of 141 matches with an average of 48.14.
She scored eight centuries and 33 half-centuries in her career, with the highest 154-run score.
Karen Louise Rolton was an aggressive and stylish batsman known for her attacking approach. She was very good at playing the short ball and was often seen taking the attack to the bowlers.
She also had excellent technique and immense powers of concentration that allowed her to score big runs and take control of the game.
Her ability to rotate the strike hit boundaries and build partnerships was one of her biggest strengths.
She was often compared to former Australian opener Matthew Hayden for her attacking batting style. She also had good footwork that allowed her to play a variety of shots, including the pull, cut and drive.
She was also good at playing spin bowling and could take the attack to the spinners. Overall, Karen Louise Rolton’s batting style was aggressive, stylish and practical.
7. Amy Satterthwaite -4639 Runs-Seventh Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The New Zealand star batsman Amy Ella Satterthwaite has the record for the seventh-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 2007 – 2022, Amy Satterthwaite scored 4639 runs in 138 innings of 145 matches with an average of 38.33.
She scored seven centuries and 27 half-centuries in her career, with the highest 137-run score.
Amy Ella Satterthwaite is known for her aggressive batting style. She likes to take the initiative in the game and is not afraid to take risks. Amy can score quickly, with a range of shots, including powerful drives through the off-side, lofted shots over the infield, and quick cuts and pulls. She is also confident when playing spin and has a good eye for finding gaps in the field. Overall, Amy’sAmy’s batting style is a combination of aggression, risk-taking, and quick scoring.
8. Meg Lanning -4463 Runs-Eighth Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The Australian star batsman and current captain Meghann Moira Lanning has the record for the eighth-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 2011 – 2022, Meg Lanning scored 4463 runs in 100 innings of 100 matches with an average of 53.13.
She scored 15 centuries and 19 half-centuries in her career, with the highest 152-run score.
Meghann Moira Lanning is a right-handed batswoman known for her aggressive and free-flowing batting style. She can play a range of shots, including a wide range of cuts and drives, along with the occasional lofted shot. She is solid against spin bowling and can find gaps in the field to score quick runs. Her speed between the wickets and her willingness to take risks to make her a dangerous opponent in any game.
Her power and ability to play a range of shots make her an ideal candidate for the top order, where she can put pressure on the bowlers from the start.
9. Claire Taylor – 4101 Runs-Ninth Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The former English star batsman Samantha Claire Taylor has the record for the ninth-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 1998 – 2011, Claire Taylor scored 4101 runs in 120 innings of 126 matches with an average of 40.20.
She scored eight centuries and 23 half-centuries in her career, with the highest 156-run score.
Samantha Claire Taylor is an aggressive left-handed batswoman known for her powerful hitting. She was an attacking batswoman who liked to take the initiative, often looking to hit boundaries and score quickly. She was also an excellent runner between the wickets, making her a good asset in limited-overs cricket.
Samantha Claire Taylor is aggressive, attacking batswoman who looks to take the game to the opposition and score quickly.
10. Debbie Hockley -4064 Runs-Tenth Most ODI runs in women’s cricket
The former New Zealand captain and star batsman Deborah Ann Hockley has the record for the tenth-Most ODI Runs in Women’s Cricket
From 1982 – 2000, Debbie Hockley scored 4064 runs in 115 innings of 118 matches with an average of 41.89.
In her career, she scored four centuries and 34 half-centuries, with the highest 117-run score.
Deborah Ann Hockley was a right-handed batswoman who was known for her attacking style of play. She had a wide range of shots, including her trademark cover drive, and was also adept at taking on the spin bowlers.
She was an aggressive player who looked to score quickly and was particularly strong in the air and off the back foot.
