Key Takeaways
Martin Guptill, a cornerstone of New Zealand cricket, excels across all formats.
Holder of New Zealand’s highest ODI score: 237* in the 2015 World Cup quarter-final.
Notable performances include 189* against England, 180* vs South Africa, and more.
Martin Guptill is one of New Zealand’s most destructive batters, excelling in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Renowned for his six-hitting ability, he has delivered some of the most memorable performances in cricket, leaving an indelible mark on the game. We will look at his records below.
He has been playing international cricket since 2009 and although he did not play that much cricket he still has some incredible performances. He played 47 Test Matches for New Zealand and he made 2586 runs at an average of 29.39 with 3 Hundreds in test cricket. He has played 198 ODIs and he has scored 7346 runs at an average of 41.74 with 18 hundreds and 1 Double Hundred in ODI cricket. He has also played 121 T20Is till now for New Zealand and has made 3497 runs in T20I cricket and is currently 3rd in the all time runs scoring in history. Let’s look at his Top 5 Best Innings.
What Are Martin Guptill's Best Innings?
Martin Guptill's best innings include his record-breaking 237* in the 2015 World Cup quarter-final, 189* against England in 2013, 180* versus South Africa in 2017, 189 against Bangladesh in 2010, and 101* against South Africa in 2012.
Top 5 best innings of Martin Guptill
237* vs West Indies (2015): Martin Guptill Highest Score in ODI
In the 2015 ICC World Cup Quarterfinal, Martin Guptill delivered a historic performance, smashing the second-highest ODI score ever and the most significant double century in ODI cricket. Opening the innings, he faced 163 balls, bludgeoning 24 fours and 11 sixes, with 162 runs coming in boundaries alone. His strike rate of 145.40 powered New Zealand to a commanding total and secured their spot in the semifinals. This extraordinary knock remains the greatest ODI innings in New Zealand cricket history.
189* vs England (2013)
Martin Guptill's unbeaten 189 against England was another masterclass in ODI batting. Facing 155 balls, he smashed 19 fours and 2 sixes at an impressive strike rate of 121.94. His ability to remain not out during such monumental innings set him apart, as he single-handedly dominated the opposition. This remarkable knock led New Zealand to a commanding 86-run victory, showcasing Guptill's match-winning prowess.
180* vs South Africa (2017)
Martin Guptill's unbeaten 180 in a chase of 280 against South Africa is another testament to his brilliance in ODI cricket. Facing just 135 balls, he dismantled the bowling attack with 15 fours and 11 sixes, scoring 126 runs in boundaries. With a strike rate of 130.43, Guptill single-handedly carried his team to victory. Remarkably, all three of his mammoth ODI innings in this list were not outs, highlighting his exceptional ability to anchor and dominate from start to finish.
189 vs Bangladesh (2010): Martin Guptill Highest Score in Test
In his highest Test score, Guptill’s patient 189 off 310 balls against Bangladesh demonstrated his adaptability, with 18 fours and a six in a crucial knock.
101* vs South Africa (2012)
Martin Guptill's first T20I century was a memorable performance that showcased his incredible batting prowess. Chasing 169 in 19 overs, Guptill opened the innings and made the target look effortless. He smashed an unbeaten 101 off just 69 balls, hitting 9 fours and 6 sixes, contributing 72 runs in boundaries. With a strike rate of 146.38, Guptill carried New Zealand to a thrilling last-ball victory, cementing his reputation as one of the all-time T20I greats.
Martin Guptill Stats
Format | Test Cricket | ODI Cricket | T20I |
Matches | 47 | 198 | 122 |
Innings | 89 | 195 | 118 |
Runs | 2,586 | 7,346 | 3,531 |
Highest Score | 189 | 237* | 105 |
Average | 29.4 | 41.7 | 31.8 |
Strike Rate | 46.6 | 87.3 | 135.7 |
100s | 3 | 18 | 2 |
50s | 17 | 39 | 20 |
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