The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup wrapped up with Australia beating India in the much awaited final, securing their sixth World Cup title with a six-wicket win. Across the tournament, numerous players showcased their skills and made their mark on the pitch. Let’s take a look at the top performers of ICC Men's ODI World Cup 2023.

Top Batters in ICC World Cup 2023

Table: Best 5 batters in the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup Tournament

Virat Kohli (IND)

Virat Kohli’s performance in the World Cup 2023 was nothing short of extraordinary. He scored six 50s and three centuries, setting a new tournament record with an aggregate of 765 runs. This surpassed Sachin Tendulkar’s previous record of 673 by an impressive margin of 92 runs. Kohli’s crucial innings, particularly his 85 against Australia in India’s tournament opener when they were 2 for 3, established the tone for his outstanding run.

While much attention was given to his personal milestones, such as his 49th and 50th ODI centuries, Kohli ensured that his brisk run-scoring consistently contributed to the team’s success. Virat Kohli was honored with the Player of the Tournament award for his exceptional performance.

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Rohit Sharma (IND)

In nine out of 11 innings, Rohit Sharma consistently scored at least 40 runs, showcasing amazing consistency. In eight of these innings, he maintained a scoring rate of over a run per ball, achieving a strike rate exceeding 150 on four occasions.

Balancing both run-scoring and quick-scoring is often challenging, but Rohit successfully managed it throughout the entire tournament. He secured the position of the second-highest run-scorer and among the 13 batsmen with at least 400 runs. Rohit’s 401 runs in the first powerplay were an impressive 54% better than the next-best (David Warner’s 260), and he contributed to 58% of India’s total runs while at the crease.

Quinton de Kock (SA)

In his farewell appearance in the 50-over World Cup format, South Africa’s Quinton de Kock ensured he departed with cherished memories, delivering an impressive performance. The left-hander scored 594 runs in ten games at an average of 59.40 with a 107.02 strike rate.

Despite the Proteas being eliminated in the semi-final, De Kock’s remarkable contribution included four centuries, the highest in the tournament. These centuries not only delighted South African supporters but also entertained neutral fans, leaving a lasting impression in his last World Cup.

Rachin Ravindra (NZ)

In his debut World Cup appearance, New Zealand batter Rachin Ravindra made a significant impact by emerging as the highest-scoring Kiwi batsman at the 2023 edition. With a total of 578 runs and an impressive average of 64.22, Ravindra showcased his talent on the global stage.

The left-hander illuminated the tournament with a brilliant century on the opening day against England. Demonstrating consistency and expertise with the bat, the 24-year-old Kiwi has undoubtedly set the stage for a promising future in international cricket.

Daryl Mitchell (NZ)

With Kane Williamson sidelined for a significant part of the tournament, New Zealand relied on other top-order batsmen to step up, and Daryl Mitchell, along with Rachin Ravindra, delivered splendid performances. Mitchell impressively scored at over a run per ball in seven out of nine innings, displaying crucial intent that disrupted bowlers and allowed New Zealand to score rapidly in the middle overs (11 to 40).

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During this phase, New Zealand’s run rate of 6.47 was the highest among all teams. Mitchell’s middle-order contributions were notable, accumulating 472 runs, second only to Kohli’s 576, at an excellent strike rate of 111.58. A significant factor in his success was his performance against spinners, scoring 234 runs at an average of 78 and a strike rate of 106.84.

Top Bowlers in ICC World Cup 2023

Table: Best 5 Bowlers in the 2023 ICC ODI World Cup Tournament

Mohammed Shami (IND)

Hardik Pandya’s injury in India’s fourth match initially appeared as a significant setback to their World Cup prospects. However, from this adversity emerged what could be considered India’s toughest weapon of the tournament. Mohammed Shami destroyed batting lineups match after match, finishing as the leading wicket-taker in the competition by appearing in only 7 innings.

Shami’s exceptional strike rate of 12.2 balls per wicket was an amazing 36% better than the next-best (Gerald Coetzee’s 19). Notably, in the semi-final against New Zealand, Shami became only the fifth bowler to achieve a seven-wicket haul in World Cups. His outstanding figures of 7 for 57 in that match earned him 168.6 impact points, marking the highest for a bowling performance in the entire tournament.

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Adam Zampa (AUS)

Australia’s performance in the ICC Cricket World Cup closely mirrored the turnaround in fortunes for Adam Zampa. In the initial two games, both of which Australia lost, Zampa struggled with figures of 1 for 123 in 18 overs. However, as the tournament progressed, he emerged as a key figure, claiming 22 wickets from nine games at an impressive average of 17.81 and an economy rate of 5.02. This exceptional performance played a key role in Australia’s successful campaign, ultimately securing them the title.

Dilshan Madhushanka (SL)

Even though Sri Lanka didn’t perform well in the tournament, one positive aspect was Dilshan Madushanka’s skill in bowling with seam and swing. He ended up being the third-highest wicket-taker in the competition.

In the history of World Cups, only Muthiah Muralidaran and Chaminda Vaas have taken more wickets for Sri Lanka in a single edition than Madushanka’s 21 in this tournament. He achieved the impressive feat of taking three or more wickets four times, a record surpassed only by Adam Zampa.

Additionally, his nine wickets during the power plays were the second-highest in the tournament. Madushanka showed his effectiveness in different phases of the game and became the main bowler for his team, leading an exhausted and injury-hit bowling lineup, despite having played only six ODIs before this World Cup.

Jasprit Bumrah (IND)

Jasprit Bumrah played a crucial role in India’s performance during the group stage of the World Cup. In the powerplay, where bowlers deliver the initial overs, Bumrah stood out with an exceptional economy rate of 3.25, surpassing all other bowlers who bowled a minimum of eight overs in that phase. Bumrah continued his effectiveness in the death overs, securing nine wickets at an impressive average of 11.66 and an economy rate of 5.00.

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Gerald Coetzee (SA)

Gerald Coetzee of South Africa stepped in as a replacement for the injured Anrich Nortje, and he made a significant impact with his stellar performance, especially evident in the wickets column. In the semi-final against Australia, Coetzee’s standout effort included dismissing key players like Steve Smith and Josh Inglis, earning praise for his contributions. Coetzee played 8 matches and grabbed 20 wickets with a 6.23 economy rate and 4/44 best bowling figure.

Top Fielders with The Highest Fielding Impact Ratings in World Cup 2023

Marnus Labuschagne (AUS) – 82.66

Labuschagne emerged as the most successful fielder in the tournament, securing an impressive 82.66 Fielding Impact Rating points. However, his eight catches did not surpass the highest number of catches among outfielders, as New Zealand’s Daryl Mitchell led that category with 11 catches to his name.

David Warner (AUS) – 82.55

With an 82.55 impact rating, Warner comes in the second position. Similar to Labuschagne, he also secured eight catches but distinguished himself by saving a remarkable 23 runs on the field.

David Miller (SA) – 79.48

The addition of South African star David Miller provides the team with a valuable left-handed batting option, while his invaluable fielding is an additional asset to the team. He got the third position with a 79.48 rating.

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Ravindra Jadeja (IND) – 72.72

Ravindra Jadeja received the Best Fielder Award during the semi-final game against New Zealand at Wankhede Stadium, and the announcement was made on the dressing room TV. Overall, he has a 72.72 rating throughout the tournament.

Sybrand Engelbrecht (Netherlands)– 58.72

Sybrand Engelbrecht of the Netherlands secured the fifth position with a 58.72 impact rating for his exceptional contributions to the Dutch team. Overall, he made 6 fielding dismissals by successfully taking six wickets.

Final Words

The ICC Men’s ODI World Cup 2023 displayed an exceptional performance from standout players. Virat Kohli’s record-breaking batting, Rohit Sharma’s consistency, and Quinton de Kock’s brilliance stood out. Daryl Mitchell’s impactful contributions and David Miller’s valuable left-hand option were notable. In bowling, Mohammed Shami and Adam Zampa excelled, while Dilshan Madushanka impressed with seam and swing. Jasprit Bumrah showcased his skill in powerplay and death overs. Fielding stars included Marnus Labuschagne, David Warner, and David Miller. Ravindra Jadeja received the Best Fielder Award, and Sybrand Engelbrecht shone for the Netherlands. Overall, these players left an indelible mark on the tournament.

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