Who are the 10 most aggressive opener batsmen known for match-winning performances?

CRICKET | August 30,2025

Virender Sehwag (India)

In 374 matches as an opener, Sehwag has scored 17253 runs with a highest score of 319.

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Chris Gayle (West Indies)

For West Indies, Gayle has scored 19593 runs in 483 matches with a strike rate of 77.22.

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David Warner (Australia)

With a highest score of 335, Warner has scored 18995 runs in 383 matches.

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Rohit Sharma (India)

As an opener, Rohit has smashed 19700 runs in 499 matches in all 3 formats.

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Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka)

Played 586 matches and scored 21032 runs for Sri Lanka.

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Adam Gilchrist (Australia)

From Australia, Gilchrist has hit 15461 runs in 396 matches as an opener.

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Brendon McCullum (New Zealand)

With a strike rate of 82.11, McCullum has scored 14676 runs in 432 matches for New Zealand.

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Shahid Afridi (Pakistan)

As an opener for Pakistan, Afridi has smashed 11196 runs in 524 matches with a highest score of 156.

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Quinton de Kock (South Africa)

Quinton de Kock has played 301 matches for South Africa and scored 12654 runs.

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Jos Buttler (England)

With a highest score of 162, Buttler has smashed 11881 runs for England in 384 matches.

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