One-Day International (ODI) cricket is a 50-over format of the game, and it is one of the most popular sports in the world. While it is a long game, there have been instances where teams have been bundled out for very low scores. Here is a list of the top 10 lowest scores in ODI cricket:
| Rank | Team | Score | Overs | Opposition | Ground | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Zimbabwe | 35 | 18.0 | Sri Lanka | Harare Sports Club, Harare | 25 April 2004 |
| 2 | USA | 35 | 12.0 | Nepal | Kirtipur, Kathmandu | 12 February 2020 |
| 3 | Canada | 36 | 18.4 | Sri Lanka | Boland Park, Paarl | 19 February 2003 |
| 4 | Zimbabwe | 38 | 15.4 | Sri Lanka | Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, Colombo | 8 December 2001 |
| 5 | Sri Lanka | 43 | 20.1 | South Africa | Boland Park, Paarl | 11 January 2012 |
| 6 | Pakistan | 43 | 19.5 | West Indies | Newlands Cricket Ground, Cape Town | 25 February 1993 |
| 7 | Zimbabwe | 44 | 24.5 | Bangladesh | Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium, Chattogram | 3 November 2009 |
| 8 | Canada | 45 | 40.3 | England | Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester | 13 June 1979 |
| 9 | Namibia | 45 | 14.0 | Australia | Senwes Park, Potchefstroom | 27 February 2003 |
| 10 | India | 54 | 26.3 | Sri Lanka | Sharjah Cricket Stadium, Sharjah | 29 October 2000 |
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It is worth noting that Zimbabwe has three of the top four lowest scores in ODI cricket. This is a testament to the fact that they have struggled to compete at the highest level in recent years.
Causes of Low Scores in ODI Cricket
There are a number of factors that can contribute to a team being bowled out for a low score in ODI cricket. Some of the most common causes include:
- Poor batting technique: If a team’s batsmen are not technically sound, they are more likely to get out cheaply.
- Lack of concentration: Batsmen need to be focused and concentrated throughout their innings in order to score runs consistently. If they lose focus, they are more likely to make mistakes and get out.
- Good bowling: Of course, good bowling can also play a role in low scores. If the opposition bowlers are able to bowl tight lines and lengths and take regular wickets, it can be difficult for the batting team to score runs.
Conclusion
Low scores are a rare occurrence in ODI cricket, but they do happen from time to time. The teams on this list have all experienced the ignominy of being bowled out for a very low score. However, it is important to remember that even the best teams can have bad days.
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