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| Rank | Captain | Country | Matches | Wins | Win % | Captaincy Period |
| 1 | Ricky Ponting | Australia | 230 | 165 | 71.73% | 2002 – 2012 |
| 2 | MS Dhoni | India | 200 | 110 | 55.00% | 2007 – 2018 |
| 3 | Allan Border | Australia | 178 | 107 | 60.11% | 1985 – 1994 |
| 4 | Hansie Cronje | South Africa | 138 | 99 | 71.73% | 1994 – 2000 |
| 5 | Stephen Fleming | New Zealand | 218 | 98 | 44.95% | 1997 – 2007 |
| 6 | Graeme Smith | South Africa | 150 | 92 | 61.33% | 2003 – 2011 |
| 7 | Mohammad Azharuddin | India | 174 | 90 | 51.72% | 1990 – 1999 |
| 8 | Arjuna Ranatunga | Sri Lanka | 193 | 89 | 46.11% | 1988 – 1999 |
| 9 | Sourav Ganguly | India | 147 | 76 | 51.70% | 1999 – 2005 |
| 10 | Eoin Morgan | England | 126 | 76 | 60.31% | 2011 – 2022 |
| 11 | Mahela Jayawardene | Sri Lanka | 129 | 71 | 55% | 2004 – 2013 |
| 12 | Sanath Jayasuriya | Sri Lanka | 118 | 66 | 55.93% | 1998 – 2003 |
In cricket history, Ricky Ponting is the most successful ODI skipper. From 2002 to 2012, In 230 ODI, he guided Australia to 165 victories with an incredible 71.73% victory percentage. Ricky Ponting led Australia to back-to-back ICC World Cup triumphs in 2003 and 2007, solidifying his reputation as one of the best captains in ODI history. He was well known for his aggressive strategies and couragible leadership.
MS Dhoni led India in 200 One Day Internationals between 2007 and 2018, winning 110 of them. He was one of the most respected and effective leaders in Indian cricket history. under Dhoni's leadership, India won the 2011 ODI World Cup, the 2013 Champions Trophy, and the 2007 T20 World Cup. His 55.00% victory percentage shows that he performs consistently in all formats.
Allan Border captained Australia from 1985 to 1994, winning 107 of his 178 ODIs. With a win percentage of 60.11%, he played a pivotal role in stabilizing Australian cricket. Australia's success story was greatly aided by Border's leadership during the 1987 World Cup victory.
Hansie Cronje captained South Africa in 138 ODIs between 1994 and 2000, winning 99 matches. His win percentage of 71.73% matches Ponting's, which speaks about his consistency. Cronje was highly regarded for his tactical acumen and capacity to get his players to give their best efforts.
Stephen Fleming led New Zealand in 218 ODIs between 1997 and 2007, with 98 wins to his name. Despite having a lower victory rate (44.95%), his leadership was essential in bringing New Zealand cricket to the attention of the world. He was a tactically astute leader because of his cool head and adept field management.
Between 2003 and 2011, Graeme Smith captained South Africa in 150 One-Day Internationals, securing 92 wins and achieving an impressive win percentage of 61.33%. Smith, a tough captain and powerful opener, stabilized the Proteas and continuously maintained them in the top division of international cricket.
Azharuddin captained India from 1990 to 1999, leading the team in 174 ODIs and winning 90. With a win percentage of 51.72%, Mohammad Azharuddin played a key role in shaping the Indian ODI team's foundation in the years leading up to 2000. His poised leadership and skillful batting had a long-lasting effect on Indian cricket.
From 1988 until 1999, Arjuna Ranatunga led Sri Lanka in 193 ODIs, winning 89 of them. He is recognized for building Sri Lanka into a formidable ODI squad and guiding them to their first World Cup victory in 1996. He had a 46.11% victory rate.
Sourav Ganguly captained India from 1999 to 2005 in 147 ODIs, winning 76. Ganguly, who is renowned for his fiery and reckless style, was instrumental in reviving Indian cricket following match-fixing scandals and attracting a new generation of talent. He achieved a 51.70% win rate.
Morgan captained England as captain from 2011 until 2022, transforming their ODI strategy. England won 76 of 126 ODIs under his captaincy, including the 2019 ICC World Cup. His offensive mindset and modern style revolutionized England's white-ball cricket, resulting in a 60.31% victory percentage.
Between 2004 and 2013, Mahela Jayawardene captained Sri Lanka in 129 One Day Internationals, guiding the team to victory in 71 of those matches. He was a technically skilled batter and astute skipper who led Sri Lanka to several finals throughout his tenure. His captaincy was marked by stability and effectiveness, as he led with a well-judged mix of calm demeanor and sharp tactical insight.
From 1998 to 2003, Sanath Jayasuriya captained Sri Lanka in 118 One Day Internationals, guiding the team to 66 wins during his tenure. Jayasuriya, who was well-known for his explosive striking technique, brought the same fierceness and boldness to his role as captain. He showcased remarkable leadership during a crucial phase of Sri Lanka's progress in ODI cricket, achieving a commendable win percentage of 55.93%.
Who is the most successful ODI captain of India?
Because of his remarkable 55.00% win rate with 110 triumphs in 200 games, MS Dhoni is considered India's most successful ODI captain.
Who has scored the most runs as captain in ODI?
With more than 8497 runs in 230 games as captain, Ricky Ponting is the player with the most runs scored as an ODI captain.
Who is the fastest captain to win 100 matches?
In just 129 games, Ricky Ponting became the fastest captain to reach 100 ODI victories.
Who is the most successful captain of South Africa?
Hansie Cronje is the most successful ODI captain for South Africa, with 99 wins from 138 matches and an impressive win rate of 71.73%.
