De Kock Reaches 7,000 ODI Runs in 158 Innings

Quinton de Kock reached the milestone of 7,000 runs in one-day internationals during South Africa's third ODI against Pakistan in Faisalabad on November 8, 2025, becoming the second-fastest batter to achieve the feat in just 158 innings.

The left-handed opener, who reversed his retirement from the format in September 2025 after stepping away following the 2023 World Cup, scored 53 runs off 70 balls in the series decider at Iqbal Stadium. His knock included six fours and one six, and he crossed the landmark with a single off the fourth ball of the 19th over, bowled by Salman Ali Agha. South Africa, batting first after winning the toss, posted 143 all out in 37.5 overs and lost by seven wickets as Pakistan chased the target with ease.

De Kock's achievement placed him behind only compatriot Hashim Amla, who reached 7,000 runs in 150 innings. He overtook New Zealand's Kane Williamson, who needed 159 innings, and India's Virat Kohli, who took 161. Other notable names in the top five include South Africa's AB de Villiers in 166 innings. De Kock became the fifth South African to surpass 7,000 ODI runs, joining Jacques Kallis, de Villiers, Amla, and Herschelle Gibbs, and the first...