Cricket world cups in the ODI format are considered real-world cups by many fans. There were many players who played many games in these cricket world cups. In this article, we will list down the top 5 of them. All are legends of the game in their respective departments.
#5 Glenn McGrath
The highest wicket-taker in the history of world cups, Glenn McGrath is in 5th spot on our list. McGrath was a legendary right-arm fast bowler of Australia who played 39 world cup games in which he took 71 wickets.
#4 Muttiah Muralidharan
Earlier it was fast bowling legend Glenn McGrath and now it is none other than the spin wizard, Muttiah Muralidharan of Sri Lanka. Muralidharan played 40 world cup games in which he took 68 wickets. He played his last in the 2011 world cup.
#3 Mahela Jayawardene
Another Sri Lankan legend but this time from the batting side, former captain of Sri Lanka, Mahela Jayawardene is 3rd player on our list. Jayawardene was one of the finest servants of Sri Lankan cricket. He played 40 world cup games in which he made 1100 runs.
#2 Sachin Tendulkar
Bowler’s turn has been over as the god of cricket himself takes the second spot on our list. Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar was the most successful batsman in the history of cricket. He was not only India’s best but he was the best of his time. Sachin played 45 world cup games and made 2278 runs in them.
#1 Ricky Ponting
The one who can be called as the owner of cricket world cups, Ricky Ponting sits proudly at the top of the list. Ponting was the most successful captain in cricket world cups. He made Australia win 2 world cup titles. He played 46 World Cup games in his career and made 1743 runs in them.
