Most Wides in an innings in ODI Cricket. (This image is AI-generated)
In ODI cricket, wides are not just simple errors; they can significantly alter the outcome of a game. Each wide allows the batting team to score a free run and forces the bowler to bowl an additional delivery, disrupting their rhythm and the pressure on the batsmen. Pakistan’s 37 wides against West Indies in 1989 and Kenya’s 37 wides against Pakistan in 2011 remain the record for most wides in an innings in ODI history.
Top 5 Teams with Most Wides in an innings in ODI
| Team | Opposition | Score | Overs | Total Extras | Wides | Match Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | West Indies | 258/7 | 50.0 | 59 | 37 | 7 Jan 1989 |
| Pakistan | Kenya | 317/7 | 50.0 | 46 | 37 | 23 Feb 2011 |
| Pakistan | Scotland | 261/6 | 50.0 | 59 | 33 | 20 May 1999 |
| P.N.G. | U.A.E. | 239 | 48.3 | 44 | 32 | 27 Mar 2023 |
| New Zealand | Australia | 258/9 | 50.0 | 38 | 32 | 3 Nov 2003 |
Pakistan vs West Indies – 37 Wides
Pakistan triumphed over West Indies by 55 runs in Brisbane. Aamer Malik and Imran Khan powered Pakistan to 258/7 while West Indies gave away an astonishing 59 extras with 37 of those being wides. In their pursuit of 259 runs, West Indies collapsed to 203 hindered by their lack of discipline and the bowling prowess of Wasim Akram and Imran Khan.
Pakistan vs Kenya – 37 Wides
Pakistan defeated Kenya by 205 runs marking their largest victory in World Cup history. Half-centuries from Kamran Akmal, Younis Khan, Misbah and Umar Akmal propelled Pakistan to a total of 317/7, while Kenya gave away 46 extras which included 37 wides. Kenya collapsed for just 112 as Shahid Afridi claimed his maiden five-wicket haul in a World Cup.
Pakistan vs Scotland – 33 Wides
Pakistan bounced back from a tough position at 92/5 thanks to Yousuf Youhana and Moin Khan. The pair put together a solid 103-run partnership lifting the score to 261/6. Scotland’s bowlers gave away an astonishing 59 extras which included 33 wides. Pakistan’s fast bowlers then dismissed Scotland for 167 securing a victory by 94 runs.
P.N.G. vs U.A.E. – 32 Wides
The UAE scored 260 runs for the loss of 7 wickets thanks to Muhammad Waseem and the young talent Aayan Afzal Khan. PNG’s openers added a record 146 but UAE’s spinners triggered a collapse to 239 all out. PNG conceded 44 extras including 32 wides and that ultimately cost them as the UAE clinched victory by 21 runs.
New Zealand vs Australia – 32 Wides
Australia narrowly defeated New Zealand by 2 wickets with just one ball remaining. New Zealand’s Oram and McCullum managed to boost the score to 258/9 thanks in part to 38 extras which included 32 wides. Clarke and Bevan helped stabilize Australia’s pursuit and even with some dropped catches, they managed to secure the win.
