Virender Sehwag Records & Statistics
Virender Sehwag Records, Stats, Triple Centuries, ODI Double Century & Career Achievements
Virender Sehwag – The Sultan of Multan
Virender Sehwag is one of the most destructive batsmen in cricket history. Known for his fearless approach, explosive stroke play, and ability to dominate world-class bowling attacks, Sehwag revolutionized opening batting in both Test and ODI cricket.
He remains the only Indian batsman to score two triple centuries in Test cricket and was the first Indian to score a double century in One Day Internationals.
Player Profile
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Virender Sehwag |
| Born | 20 October 1978 |
| Birth Place | Delhi, India |
| Country | India |
| Batting Style | Right-Hand Bat |
| Bowling Style | Right-Arm Off Break |
| Role | Opening Batsman |
| ODI Debut | vs Pakistan, 1999 |
| Test Debut | vs South Africa, 2001 |
| T20I Debut | vs South Africa, 2006 |
| International Career | 1999–2013 |
Career Statistics
Test Cricket
| Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 104 | 8,586 | 49.34 | 23 | 32 | 319 |
ODI Cricket
| Matches | Runs | Average | 100s | 50s | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 251 | 8,273 | 35.05 | 15 | 38 | 219 |
T20 International
| Matches | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | Highest Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 | 394 | 21.88 | 145.38 | 68 |
International Career Summary
| Matches | Runs | Centuries |
|---|---|---|
| 374 | 17,253 | 38 |
Sehwag scored over 17,000 international runs and is among India’s greatest match-winners.
Major Career Records
First Indian ODI Double Century
India vs West Indies (2011)
| Runs | Balls |
|---|---|
| 219 | 149 |
Sehwag became the first Indian batsman to score a double century in ODI cricket and only the second player in world cricket to achieve the feat.
Two Triple Centuries in Test Cricket
Triple Centuries
| Score | Opponent |
|---|---|
| 309 | Pakistan |
| 319 | South Africa |
Sehwag remains the only Indian batsman to score two triple centuries in Test cricket.
Historic Test Records
Sultan of Multan
In 2004, Sehwag scored:
India vs Pakistan
| Runs | Venue |
|---|---|
| 309 | Multan |
He became:
- First Indian to score a Test triple century.
- First Indian to cross 300 in Tests.
- First player to score a Test triple century against Pakistan.
The innings earned him the nickname “Sultan of Multan.”
Fastest Triple Century in Test Cricket
300 in 278 Balls
For many years, Sehwag held the record for the fastest triple century in Test cricket.
World Records
Highest Test Score by an Indian
| Runs | Opponent |
|---|---|
| 319 | South Africa |
This remains one of the highest individual scores ever made by an Indian batsman in Test cricket.
Most Test Triple Centuries by an Indian
| Triple Centuries |
|---|
| 2 |
No other Indian batsman has scored more than one Test triple century.
Famous Innings
293 vs Sri Lanka
Sehwag narrowly missed another triple century but produced one of the most dominant innings in Test history.
201 vs Sri Lanka
A match-winning ODI double century showcasing his aggressive approach.
195 vs Australia (Melbourne)
One of the greatest overseas innings played by an Indian opener.
World Cup Achievements
ICC Cricket World Cup 2011 Winner
Sehwag was a crucial member of India’s World Cup-winning squad.
Tournament Highlights
- Gave India explosive starts.
- Scored 175 runs in the tournament.
- Played an important role in India’s title-winning campaign.
ICC T20 World Cup 2007 Winner
Part of the Indian squad that won the inaugural T20 World Cup.
Awards & Honors
- Padma Shri (2010)
- Arjuna Award (2002)
- ICC Test Player of the Year (2010)
- Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World (2008, 2009)
Interesting Facts
Unique Records
- First Indian ODI double centurion.
- First Indian Test triple centurion.
- Only Indian with two Test triple centuries.
- Over 17,000 international runs.
- One of the highest Test strike rates among great batsmen.
Batting Style
Sehwag famously believed in attacking from the first ball and rarely changed his approach regardless of the match situation.
IPL Career
IPL Statistics
| Matches | Runs | Strike Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 104 | 2,728 | 155+ |
IPL Teams
- Delhi Daredevils
- Kings XI Punjab
IPL Highlights
- Multiple 500+ run seasons.
- One of the most explosive openers in IPL history.
- Highest IPL score of 122.
Why Virender Sehwag Is Special
Sehwag changed how opening batsmen approached cricket.
✅ Fearless batting
✅ Triple centuries in Tests
✅ ODI double century pioneer
✅ Match-winning ability
✅ Success across all formats
His aggressive style inspired a generation of modern batsmen and influenced players around the world.
Career Highlights
| Achievement | Record |
|---|---|
| International Runs | 17,253 |
| International Centuries | 38 |
| Test Runs | 8,586 |
| ODI Runs | 8,273 |
| Test Triple Centuries | 2 |
| ODI Double Centuries | 1 |
| World Cups Won | 2 |
FAQs
How many triple centuries did Virender Sehwag score?
Virender Sehwag scored two Test triple centuries, the most by any Indian batsman.
What was Virender Sehwag’s highest Test score?
His highest Test score was 319 against South Africa.
Was Sehwag the first Indian ODI double centurion?
Yes, he became the first Indian to score an ODI double century with 219 against West Indies.
Why is Sehwag called the Sultan of Multan?
He earned the nickname after scoring 309 against Pakistan in Multan in 2004.
How many international runs did Sehwag score?
He scored 17,253 international runs across all formats.