
One Day Internationals (ODIs) are a format of cricket, characterized by competition and dynamic play. Within this format, wicket-keepers play a pivotal role, with responsibilities that extend beyond the boundary. They are expected to have exceptional, agility, and wicket-keeping skills, which include catching deliveries from bowlers, dismissing batsmen with catches and stumpings, and executing run-outs. Moreover, wicket-keepers are often the communicators within the team, critical information to bowlers and fielders and providing strategic insights. This article explores the top wicket-keepers with the most catches dropped in ODIs.
1. Kumar Sangakkara
Kumar Sangakkara’s international journey commenced in 2000 when he made his ODI debut against England. Over the years, he made himself one of Sri Lanka’s finest cricketers, playing 404 ODIs and amassing 14,234 runs. However, Sangakkara holds the unique record of having dropped the most catches as a wicket-keeper in ODIs, with a tally of 104 dropped catches.
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2. Adam Gilchrist
Adam Gilchrist is often known as one of the greatest wicket-keeper batsmen in cricket history. He made his ODI debut against the West Indies in 1996 and went on to represent Australia in 287 ODIs, scoring 9619 runs at an average of 35.89. Gilchrist’s reputation is not only tied to his attacking batting style but also to his wicket-keeping skills. He held the record for the most catches dropped by a wicket-keeper in ODIs with 95 dropped catches during his career.
3. MS Dhoni
MS Dhoni, known as Dhoni, is a cricket icon celebrated for his exceptional wicket-keeping abilities and remarkable leadership. Dhoni’s career in international cricket was characterized by pinpoint stumpings, and captaincy skills. He played a pivotal role in India’s cricket success across formats, remaining calm and composed under pressure. Dhoni’s legacy as one of the greatest wicket-keepers and captains in cricket history. However, he holds an unexpected record – dropping 93 catches as a wicket-keeper in ODIs.
4. Andy Flower
Andy Flower, a former Zimbabwean cricketer, gained fame as a versatile player who was primarily known for his batting skill. Not only being a specialist wicket-keeper, Flower took on the role of a wicket-keeper, adding depth to the team. Flower’s leadership qualities shows his cricketing skills, making him a standout figure in Zimbabwean cricket during the late 1990s and early 2000s. He dropped 92 catches as a wicket-keeper in ODIs.
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5. Brendon McCullum: The Kiwi Powerhouse
Brendon McCullum, a former New Zealand international cricketer, is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen in New Zealand’s cricket history. He played 260 ODIs for New Zealand, scoring 6453 runs at an average of 33.09. McCullum’s batting style and dynamic approach made him a force to be in limited-overs cricket. He holds the record for the fifth-most catches dropped by a wicket-keeper in ODIs.
Achievements:
Fastest century in Test cricket (54 balls)
- First batsman to score 2 tons in T20I
- Former captain of New Zealand in all formats
- Led New Zealand to the semi-finals of the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup
- Currently the head coach of the England Test team