10 ODI records that may never be broken

The series of ODI records began when the concept of the World Cup was introduced.

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2. Best career economy rate in ODIs- Joel Garner (3.09)

Joel Garner. (Photo Source: Twitter)

When we talk about the most destructive teams, the first name that comes to our mind is the West Indies of the 1970s and 1980s. One of the most talked cricketers during that era was Joel Garner, who also holds the record of the highest-ranked ODI bowler as per the ICC best-ever ratings. He was the part of a bowling attack that had some big names like Michael Holding, Andy Roberts, and Colin Croft.

During his ODI career, Garner claimed 146 wickets at an average of 18.84 with an unbreakable economy rate of 3.09. He was an important factor for the West Indies as he could bowl a devastating yorker as well as generate extra bounce due to his height. During that time, he was the tallest fast bowler to play the game.

Talking statistically, he is one of the most effective bowlers of all time. His economy rate of 3.09 runs per over is the best economy rate for any bowler who has bowled over 1000 balls in ODI cricket. Adding on, his 39-5 during the 1979 Cricket World Cup final remains the best performance by any bowler in a final. Hence, Garner’s impressive economy rate makes it to this list of 10 ODI records that may never be broken.

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