Ranking the Best ODI batsmen of the current decade

#3 Hashim Amla (South Africa)

Amla has silenced his doubters with his unwavering consistency

The opener made his ODI debut way back in 2008 against Bangladesh. However, it was only a couple of years later when he really made a splash in the ODI circuit.

In the current decade, Amla has broken nearly every record on offer. At present, he is the quickest to 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000, 6000 and 7000 runs. In addition, he boasts of 27 ODI hundreds with each of them coming during the said period.

Initially considered a misfit for white ball cricket, Amla has silenced all his doubters by striking at an impressive strike rate of 89.33.

Blessed with the ability to manoeuvre the ball into the slightest of gaps, Amla has become an instant hit at the top of the order along with his partner in crime, Quinton de Kock.

Moreover, his propensity to not throw his wicket away makes him suited to tackle even the hardest of propositions.

Over the years, there haven’t been many batsmen as consistent as the South African. Thus, it comes as no surprise that he finds a place in our list.