As the world of cricket celebrates a spectacular year of ODI cricket, ProSports’ ODI World XI for 2024 brings together an electrifying mix of emerging talents and established match-winners. The year witnessed unforgettable performances, thrilling encounters, and young guns making their mark on the global stage.
The season began with Sri Lanka taking on Zimbabwe and ended with Pakistan’s sweeping win over South Africa. This XI is a testament to the incredible diversity and depth of talent that put on a show in ODIs in 2024.
Check out ProSports’ ODI World XI for 2024:
Saim Ayub (Pakistan)
Pakistan’s rising star Saim Ayub delivered consistently at the top of the order in 2024. Known for his flair and aggressive stroke play, 2024 was finally the year Saim delivered on his potential. The left-hander looks to be the future of Pakistan cricket for years to come having already emerged as one of Pakistan’s most dependable ODI openers. If his record-breaking year and a nomination for the ICC Emerging Cricketer of the Year is any indication, Saim may end up as one of the country’s finest openers ever.
2024 Stats:
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs Scored | Highest Score | Batting Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | Hundreds | Fifties | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 9 | 1 | 515 | 113* | 64.37 | 488 | 105.53 | 3 | 1 | 59 | 16 |
Pathum Nissanka (Sri Lanka)
Nissanka enjoyed an absurd 2024. His technique and temperament have earned him many accolades this year. The elegant opener was the anchor for Sri Lanka’s batting, scoring prolifically in crunch games. His individual brilliance, underlined by a double hundred, proved invaluable for his team’s success as he ended the year with the second-highest ODI runs.
2024 Stats:
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs Scored | Highest Score | Batting Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | Hundreds | Fifties | Ducks | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 12 | 1 | 694 | 210* | 63.09 | 652 | 106.44 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 86 | 17 |
Kusal Mendis (Sri Lanka)
Sri Lanka played the most ODIs this year so it’s no wonder Kusal Mendis ended up on this list. Sri Lanka’s batting rock provided stability and firepower for his side, ending the year with the most runs in ODIs in 2024. His ability to adapt his game depending on the situation has made him one of the most reliable batters in ODIs this year.
2024 Stats:
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs Scored | Highest Score | Batting Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | Hundreds | Fifties | Ducks | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | 17 | 3 | 742 | 143 | 53.00 | 819 | 90.59 | 1 | 6 | – | 78 | 10 |
Mohammad Rizwan (Pakistan) (Captain)
What every good team needs is a brilliant captain at the helm and we challenge you to find a better one than Mohammad Rizwan in 2024. The 32-year-old was entrusted with leadership just before Pakistan left to face Australia and South Africa on their turf and Rizwan led his team to a victory over both to earn the captaincy honours here as well.
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs Scored | Highest Score | Batting Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | Hundreds | Fifties | Ducks | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 7 | 2 | 264 | 80 | 52.80 | 327 | 80.73 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 20 | 8 |
Keacy Carty (West Indies)
A relatively known compared to the rest, Keacy Carty has been a hidden gem for the West Indies. His consistent performances in the middle order showcased his adaptability and game sense. Carty, who was the fourth-highest run-scorer this year, has been instrumental in revitalizing the West Indies’ ODI fortunes.
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs Scored | Highest Score | Batting Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | Hundreds | Fifties | Ducks | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 11 | 2 | 560 | 128* | 62.22 | 636 | 88.05 | 1 | 3 | – | 51 | 9 |
Sherfane Rutherford (West Indies)
Rutherford’s power was on full display this year as he emerged as one of the most prolific hitters in ODIs. A clean striker of the ball and a useful medium pacer, he played key roles in turning matches for his side.
2024 Stats:
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs Scored | Highest Score | Batting Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | Hundreds | Fifties | Ducks | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | 7 | 3 | 425 | 113 | 106.25 | 354 | 120.05 | 1 | 4 | – | 33 | 23 |
Azmatullah Omarzai (Afghanistan)
Omarzai’s versatility as an all-rounder made him one of Afghanistan’s standout performers. Whether it was chipping in with crucial runs or delivering breakthroughs with the ball, Omarzai’s contributions have been invaluable for his side this year.
2024 Stats (batting):
| Matches | Innings | Not Outs | Runs Scored | Highest Score | Batting Average | Balls Faced | Strike Rate | Hundreds | Fifties | Ducks | Fours | Sixes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 12 | 4 | 417 | 149* | 52.12 | 395 | 105.56 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 25 | 20 |
2024 Stats (bowling)
| Matches | Innings | Overs Bowled | Maidens | Runs Conceded | Wickets Taken | Best Bowling (Innings) | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Strike Rate | 5-Wicket Hauls | 10-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | 13 | 71.0 | 4 | 348 | 17 | 4/18 | 20.47 | 4.90 | 25.0 | 2 | 0 |
Wanindu Hasaranga (Sri Lanka)
The Sri Lankan spin all-rounder continued his reign as one of the most impactful ODI players in 2024. Hasaranga’s ability to deceive batters, which helped him become the highest-wicket-taker this year, coupled with his lower-order hitting, makes him an asset in any XI.
2024 Stats:
| Matches | Innings | Overs Bowled | Maidens | Runs Conceded | Wickets Taken | Best Bowling (Innings) | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Strike Rate | 5-Wicket Hauls | 10-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 10 | 75.4 | 3 | 406 | 26 | 7/19 | 15.61 | 5.36 | 17.4 | 3 | 1 |
Shaheen Afridi (Pakistan)
Shaheen’s lethal opening spells remain one of cricket’s most thrilling sights. With his pinpoint yorkers and ability to swing the ball both ways, the left-armer made his mark in the limited games he played, helping Pakistan to away series win in Australia and South Africa.
2024 Stats:
| Matches | Innings | Balls Bowled | Overs Bowled | Maidens | Runs Conceded | Wickets Taken | Best Bowling (Innings) | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Strike Rate | 5-Wicket Hauls | 10-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 6 | 311 | 51.5 | 4 | 264 | 15 | 4/47 | 17.60 | 5.09 | 20.73 | 1 | – |
Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar (Afghanistan)
Afghanistan has quickly earned a reputation for producing the finest spinners in the world and the 18-year-old is another example. AM Ghazanfar has become a sensation with his leg spin. The teenager’s knack for picking wickets in the middle overs has put Afghanistan in commanding positions throughout the year.
2024 Stats
| Matches | Innings | Overs Bowled | Maidens | Runs Conceded | Wickets Taken | Best Bowling (Innings) | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Strike Rate | 5-Wicket Hauls | 10-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | 11 | 70.2 | 5 | 285 | 21 | 6/26 | 13.57 | 4.05 | 20.0 | 0 | 2 |
Haris Rauf (Pakistan)
Haris Rauf’s expressive pace and fiery aggression have made him a formidable force. His performances against Australia were instrumental in Pakistan’s win overseas and his knack for taking key wickets earned him a place among the elite in ProSports’ ODI World XI 2024.
2024 Stats:
| Matches | Innings | Balls Bowled | Overs Bowled | Maidens | Runs Conceded | Wickets Taken | Best Bowling (Innings) | Bowling Average | Economy Rate | Strike Rate | 5-Wicket Hauls | 10-Wicket Hauls |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 8 | 343 | 57.1 | 4 | 291 | 13 | 5/29 | 22.38 | 5.09 | 26.38 | – | 1 |
| Saim Ayub | Pakistan |
| Pathum Nissanka | Sri Lanka |
| Kusal Mendis | Sri Lanka |
| Mohammad Rizwan (wk) (c) | Pakistan |
| Keacy Carty | West Indies |
| Sherfane Rutherford | West Indies |
| Azmatullah Omarzai | Afghanistan |
| Wanindu Hasaranga | Sri Lanka |
| Shaheen Afridi | Pakistan |
| Allah Mohammad Ghazanfar | Afghanistan |
| Haris Rauf | Pakistan |
This ODI World XI for 2024 represents a balance of flair, experience, and rising talent. With players from Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and the West Indies, the team showcases the global spread of cricketing brilliance. Each player has left an indelible mark on 2024, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting new chapter in the ODI format.
Fans now eagerly await the performances of these stars in the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025, where they will face off against the best in the world.
Where are Indians? Australians? England?
Did not play enough ODI matches this year
They didn’t played MUCH ODI This year