IndiaCricket grounds have hosted some of the most heart-pounding ODI run chases, where batsmen have rewritten records under intense pressure. These encounters highlight adventurous strokeplay and tactical skills, enthralling audiences across the country. In the elite list, South AfricaRecent heroics at Raipur stand alongside historic Indian victories AustraliaBrave efforts. From last-ball finishing to huge partnerships, these moments have redefined limited overs cricket on Indian soil.
Top 5 highest ODI run chases in India
1. India’s 360 vs Australia, Jaipur 2013
The pinnacle of high scoring run chase in India came in 2013 in Jaipur when India chased a mammoth target of 360 runs. Rohit Sharma Played a brilliant innings and scored unbeaten 141 runs on 123 balls with excellent timing and strokeplay. Shikhar Dhawan‘s solid 95 provided the perfect platform at the top, and Virat Kohli Thrilled the crowd by scoring the fastest ODI century by an Indian in just 52 balls. India displayed an aggressive but calculated approach to bat under pressure and chased down the huge score in 43.3 overs with 39 balls remaining.
2. Australia’s 359 vs India, Mohali 2019
Australia’s chase of 359 in Mohali during the 2019 series is one of the most breathtaking performances by an overseas team in India. Usman Khawaja And Peter Handscomb A combination of patience and aggression laid the foundation for a steady opening partnership. was a game-changer ashton turnerHe played an explosive inning of 84 not out with the help of seven fours and five sixes in just 43 balls, which turned the match decisively in Australia’s favor. Their successful chase with 13 balls remaining in 47.5 overs helped level the series in dramatic fashion.
3. South Africa’s 359 vs India, Raipur 2025
In a roller-coaster encounter in Raipur recently, South Africa chased down an impressive target of 359 runs in the face of a strong Indian bowling attack. Powered by Kohli, after India scored 358/5 Ruturaj GaikwadSolid partnership in South Africa’s first innings aiden markram Risen to the occasion with a brilliant century. Supported by significant contributions from the lower order, Markram’s innings was excellent in composure and timing. The Proteas chased down the target with just four balls remaining, making it the joint second highest successful ODI run chase on Indian soil and leveling the series at 1–1.
4. India’s 351 vs Australia, Nagpur 2013
Another memorable chase was India’s chase of 351 in Nagpur during a crucial ODI in 2013. The innings started with a strong stand from Dhawan and Rohit, who dealt with the initial pressure efficiently. Kohli’s unbeaten inning of 115 runs in 73 balls with the help of 12 fours and four sixes played a key role in India’s thrilling victory by six wickets with three balls to spare. The win was crucial in leveling the series, adding to the excitement of the seven-match contest.
5. India’s 351 vs England, Pune 2017
India faced a tough target of 351 runs in the first ODI of the 2017 series. EnglandThe fall of early wickets threatened to derail the chase as India were reduced to 63/4, but there was a sensational 200-run partnership between Kohli (122) and Kohli (122), Kedar Jadhav (120) completely changed the pace of the game. Their composed but vigorous batting took the game away from England, with India finishing at 356/7 in 48.1 overs, a remarkable recovery and one of the biggest run chases on Indian soil.
