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USA's Milind Kumar Shatters ODI Record With Stunning 67.73 Batting Average

USA batter Milind Kumar has created cricket history with the highest ODI average ever recorded. His remarkable average of 67.73 surpasses the previous record held by Netherlands' Ryan ten Doeschate. Kumar achieved this milestone during a match-winning century against UAE in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2. The record-breaking performance helped USA secure their biggest-ever victory while batting first.

Key Points: Milind Kumar Sets Highest ODI Average Record for USA Cricket

  • Milind Kumar surpasses Netherlands' Ryan ten Doeschate's ODI average record
  • Kumar and Mukkamalla's 264-run partnership ranks second in ODI history
  • USA achieves massive 243-run victory after posting 292/3
  • Rushil Ugarkar takes 5/22 in USA's dominant bowling performance against UAE
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USA's Milind Kumar smashes record for highest ODI average (minimum 1000 runs)

USA's Milind Kumar breaks Ryan ten Doeschate's ODI average record with 67.73, while his 264-run partnership with Saiteja Mukkamalla becomes second-highest in ODI history.

"Kumar has set a new record for the highest ODI average among players with a minimum of 1,000 runs - Wisden"

New Delhi, November 3

USA batter Milind Kumar smashed a record for the highest ODI average, finishing with 67.73 after his match-winning century against the UAE in the ICC Cricket World Cup League 2 on Monday.

Kumar has set a new record for the highest ODI average among players with a minimum of 1,000 runs, surpassing the Netherlands' Ryan ten Doeschate. Kumar's ODI average now stands at 67.73 after 22 matches, having scored 1,016 runs with a best score of 155*, while ten Doeschate had an average of 67.00 from his 1,541 runs, as per Wisden.

The USA recovered from a shaky start of 28/3 to post a strong total of 292/3, courtesy of unbeaten centuries from Milind Kumar (137* off 149 balls, 10 fours, three sixes) and Saiteja Mukkamalla (123* off 125 balls, 11 fours, 1 six).

Kumar and Saiteja Mukkamalla have each joined USA captain Monank Patel with three ODI centuries. Milind achieved the feat in the fastest time for the USA, reaching it in 21 innings, while Mukkamalla took 36 innings and Monank 48 innings.

Kumar and Mukkamalla's 264-run unbroken partnership for the fourth wicket has become the second-highest in ODI history. They surpassed the 260-run stand between Salman Ali Agha and Mohammad Rizwan for Pakistan against South Africa. They are behind Mohammad Azharuddin and Ajay Jadeja's unbeaten 275-run partnership for India against Zimbabwe in 1998.

In reply, the UAE were bundled out for 49, courtesy of Rushil Ugarkar's 5 for 22 - the fifth-best ODI figures by a USA bowler. The USA's 243-run victory is now their biggest-ever win batting first, surpassing their previous record margin of 169 runs against Canada in May.

- ANI

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Priya S
That partnership of 264 runs is incredible! Reminds me of the legendary Azharuddin-Jadeja partnership. USA cricket is showing some real promise. Maybe we'll see them in the next World Cup? 🤔
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Sarah B
While the achievement is impressive, I wonder about the quality of opposition. UAE being bowled out for 49 suggests the competition level might not be as high as top-tier ODI cricket. Still, records are records!
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Arjun K
What a comeback from 28/3 to 292/3! That shows real character. Milind Kumar's journey from Indian domestic cricket to creating records for USA is inspiring. More power to him! 💪
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Michael C
Rushil Ugarkar's 5/22 is equally impressive! USA cricket seems to be developing well-rounded talent. Good for the global game when associate nations perform like this.
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Kavya N
Breaking records held by established players like Ryan ten Doeschate is no small feat. Milind Kumar's consistency is remarkable - 3 centuries in just 21 innings! USA might become the next cricket powerhouse. 🇺🇸🏆

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