The lowest score in Cricket history of One Day International (ODI) cricket is a dismal 35 runs, achieved by the Zimbabwean cricket team against Sri Lanka in 2004. On April 25, 2004, Zimbabwe faced Sri Lanka in Harare, setting an unwanted record for the lowest ODI score of 35 runs. This match was part of a five-game series, with Sri Lanka already leading 2-0. This ignominious record stands as a testament to the fragility of cricket, where even the most skilled players can be humbled by a combination of poor batting, exceptional bowling, and unfortunate circumstances.
Electing to field first, Sri Lanka left-arm fast bowler Chaminda Vaas picked four wickets and pacer Farveez Maharoof bagged three to bowl out Zimbabwe for the lowest score in the 50-over format. In reply, Saman Jayantha (28) and Mahela Jayawardene (3) helped Sri Lanka chase down the total in 9.2 overs. Sri Lanka won the match by nine wickets.
The lowest score in the history of One Day International place at the Harare Sports Club in Zimbabwe. Sri Lanka, led by their formidable bowling attack, dismantled the Zimbabwean batting lineup with ruthless efficiency. The Zimbabwean batsmen struggled to cope with the pace and spin of the Sri Lankan bowlers, who exploited the poor pitch conditions to their advantage. The Zimbabwean innings was characterized by a series of early dismissals, with batsmen failing to adapt to the challenging conditions. The Sri Lankan bowlers, inspired by their early success, maintained a relentless line and length, suffocating the Zimbabwean batsmen and preventing them from scoring runs.
This record-breaking low score highlights the importance of adaptability and resilience in cricket. The Zimbabwean team, despite their best efforts, were unable to cope with the changing conditions and the pressure exerted by the Sri Lankan bowlers. This match serves as a reminder that even the most experienced cricketers can be humbled by the game, and that success in cricket often hinges on the ability to adapt to different situations.
The lowest score in ODI cricket history is a stark reminder of the unpredictability of the sport. It showcases the delicate balance between bat and ball, and the importance of executing skills under pressure. While the Zimbabwean team’s performance in this match was undoubtedly disappointing, it also serves as a valuable lesson for all cricketers, emphasizing the need for constant improvement and adaptation.
Lowest scorecard in cricket history
Zimbabwe Bating :
| Batting | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Stuart Matsikenyeri
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run out (Herath) | 4 | 12 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 33.33 | ||
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Brendan Taylor
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c Dilshan b Vaas | 4 | 24 | 38 | 1 | 0 | 16.66 | ||
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Dion Ebrahim
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c †Sangakkara b Fernando | 7 | 10 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 70.00 | ||
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Tatenda Taibu (c)†
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lbw b Fernando | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
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Elton Chigumbura
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b Vaas | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
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Alester Maregwede
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b Vaas | 2 | 14 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 14.28 | ||
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Vusi Sibanda
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c Dilshan b Maharoof | 4 | 15 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 26.66 | ||
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Mluleki Nkala
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not out | 3 | 8 | 28 | 0 | 0 | 37.50 | ||
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Prosper Utseya
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lbw b Vaas | 0 | 4 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
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Douglas Hondo
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c †Sangakkara b Maharoof | 4 | 15 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 26.66 | ||
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Tinashe Panyangara
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c †Sangakkara b Maharoof | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | ||
| Extras | (lb 3, w 4) | 7 | |||||||
| Total |
18 Ov (RR: 1.94, 89 Mins)
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35 | |||||||
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Fall of wickets: 1-5 (Stuart Matsikenyeri, 3.2 ov), 2-18 (Dion Ebrahim, 7.3 ov), 3-18 (Tatenda Taibu, 7.4 ov), 4-18 (Brendan Taylor, 8.1 ov), 5-19 (Elton Chigumbura, 8.4 ov), 6-27 (Alester Maregwede, 12.3 ov), 7-27 (Vusi Sibanda, 13.4 ov), 8-28 (Prosper Utseya, 14.4 ov), 9-35 (Douglas Hondo, 17.4 ov), 10-35 (Tinashe Panyangara, 17.6 ov)
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| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Chaminda Vaas
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9 | 4 | 11 | 4 | 1.22 | 48 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
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Dilhara Fernando
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6 | 2 | 18 | 2 | 3.00 | 30 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
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Farveez Maharoof
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3 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1.00 | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Batting | R | B | M | 4s | 6s | SR | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saman Jayantha
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not out | 28 | 26 | 39 | 4 | 1 | 107.69 | ||
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Russel Arnold
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c †Taibu b Hondo | 6 | 20 | 20 | 0 | 0 | 30.00 | ||
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Mahela Jayawardene
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not out | 3 | 10 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 30.00 | ||
| Extras | (w 3) | 3 | |||||||
| Total |
9.2 Ov (RR: 4.28, 39 Mins)
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40/1 | |||||||
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Did not bat: Marvan Atapattu (c), Dilhara Fernando, Tillakaratne Dilshan, Kumar Sangakkara †, Rangana Herath, Chaminda Vaas, Sanath Jayasuriya, Farveez Maharoof
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Fall of wickets: 1-23 (Russel Arnold, 4.6 overs)
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| Bowling | O | M | R | W | ECON | 0s | 4s | 6s | WD | NB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Douglas Hondo
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5 | 0 | 11 | 1 | 2.20 | 25 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
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Tinashe Panyangara
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4.2 | 0 | 29 | 0 | 6.69 | 15 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Key players and performances:
- Chaminda Vaas: 4 wickets for 11 runs
- Farveez Maharoof: 3 wickets for 3 runs
- Dion Ebrahim: Top-scorer for Zimbabwe with 7 runs
Sri Lanka’s bowlers exploited favorable conditions, with Chaminda Vaas and Maharoof wreaking havoc. Zimbabwe’s batting collapse lasted just 18 overs to lowest score in cricket, highlighting their struggle against quality seam bowling.
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