India to Host Exclusive 2023 ODI World Cup
In a major development for cricket fans around the world, India is set to host the 2023 edition of the ODI World Cup. This will be the fourth time that India will be hosting the prestigious tournament, but the first time as an exclusive host. In the past, India co-hosted with Pakistan in 1987 and with Pakistan and Sri Lanka in 1996. More recently, in 2011, India co-hosted with Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
The ODI World Cup, which started in 1975 as the Prudential World Cup, has gained a reputation as the most coveted prize in cricket. It has seen some of the greatest players in the sport make their mark with exceptional performances. One of the notable achievements in the tournament is scoring a century.
The first World Cup century was scored on the very first day of the inaugural tournament on June 7, 1975. Dennis Amiss from England scored 137 against India at Lord’s, while Glenn Turner from New Zealand scored an impressive 171 not out against East Africa in Birmingham on the same day. These performances set the stage for centuries to become a significant milestone in World Cup history.
Over the years, 117 different players have scored a century in the World Cup, with 45 players achieving this feat multiple times. Modern-day legends like Virat Kohli and Kane Williamson have scored three and two World Cup centuries respectively. However, the record for the most centuries in the tournament is held Rohit Sharma, who has an impressive seven centuries to his name.
When it comes to individual scores, the World Cup has witnessed some astonishing innings. In 2015, Martin Guptill from New Zealand and Chris Gayle from the West Indies both scored double centuries, with Guptill’s unbeaten 237 and Gayle’s 215. These towering scores highlight the evolution of cricket and the changing landscape of the game with the introduction of one-day and T20 formats.
Looking ahead to the 2023 World Cup, it promises to be a highly competitive tournament with favorites including India, England, and Australia. India holds the advantage of home conditions, but the outcome is still uncertain. The cricketing world eagerly awaits the start of the tournament, which is expected to be a thrilling showdown.
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Indeed, the ODI World Cup holds a special place in cricket history, and the upcoming edition in 2023 is set to add another chapter to the tournament’s storied legacy. Stay tuned for more updates and get ready for an unforgettable World Cup experience.