The 2025 calendar year in men’s ODI cricket closed with a clear sense of direction. Major tournaments shaped narratives, individual comebacks stole headlines, and consistency across conditions separated the good from the elite.
India’s nine-wicket win over South Africa in Visakhapatnam on December 6 not only sealed a 2–1 series victory, but also marked the final men’s ODI of the year.
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That result summed up 2025 neatly, a year where adaptability, big-match impact, and sustained performance mattered as much as raw numbers.
With the Champions Trophy completed, bilateral series wrapped up, and the final stats locked in, here’s a data-driven look at the best men’s ODI XI of 2025, selected on form, influence, and balance.
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ODI team of the year 2025
Best playing XI of 2025 in men's ODI cricket: Rohit Sharma (c), Quinton de Kock (wk), Virat Kohli, Joe Root, Daryl Mitchell, Matthew Breetzke, Axar Patel, Mitchell Santner, Matt Henry, Jayden Seales, Jofra Archer.
Rohit Sharma (Captain, Opener)
Rohit’s year blended leadership with big-match runs. He led India to Champions Trophy glory and consistently set the tone at the top, producing defining innings against top sides under pressure.
Stats: 14 matches | 14 inns | 650 runs | Avg 50.00 | HS 121*
Quinton de Kock (Wicketkeeper, Opener)
De Kock’s return from retirement proved decisive for South Africa. He combined clean striking with composure, delivering match-winning hundreds and re-establishing himself among the world’s best ODI openers.
Stats: 6 matches | 6 inns | 353 runs | Avg 70.60 | HS 123*
Virat Kohli (No. 3)
Kohli rebounded from early setbacks to dominate the middle of the year. His ability to absorb pressure and convert starts into hundreds once again defined India’s ODI batting backbone.
Stats: 13 matches | 13 inns | 651 runs | Avg 65.10 | HS 135
Joe Root (No. 4)
Root was the most prolific run-scorer in ODIs in 2025. Batting at No.4, he anchored England’s innings across conditions, combining stability with timely acceleration.
Stats: 15 matches | 15 inns | 808 runs | Avg 57.71 | HS 166*
Daryl Mitchell (No. 5)
Mitchell’s consistency stood out in a crowded middle-order field. He delivered runs across continents, often rescuing New Zealand from difficult situations.
Stats: 17 matches | 16 inns | 761 runs | Avg 54.35 | HS 119
Matthew Breetzke (No. 6)
Breetzke announced himself on the global stage with a remarkable debut year. His fearless approach and ability to play long innings made him one of 2025’s breakout ODI batters.
Stats: 12 matches | 12 inns | 706 runs | Avg 64.18 | HS 150
Axar Patel (All-rounder)
Axar provided balance through reliable lower-order runs and disciplined left-arm spin. His contributions often came in high-pressure moments, especially during India’s title run.
Stats: 11 matches | 10 inns | 290 runs | Avg 36.25 | HS 52
Mitchell Santner (Spin-bowling all-rounder)
Santner offered control in the middle overs while chipping in with the bat. His wicket-taking ability without leaking runs made him invaluable in modern ODI conditions.
Stats: 17 matches | 17 inns | 25 wkts | Avg 26.84 | BBI 3/41
Matt Henry (Fast bowler)
Henry was the standout ODI bowler of the year. Leading the pace attack, he consistently struck early and finished strong, ending 2025 as the format’s top wicket-taker.
Stats: 13 matches | 13 inns | 31 wkts | Avg 18.58 | BBI 5/42
Jayden Seales (Fast bowler)
Seales combined pace with control, producing several game-defining spells. His six-wicket haul against Pakistan underlined his ability to dominate ODI batting line-ups.
Stats: 12 matches | 11 inns | 27 wkts | Avg 18.14 | BBI 6/18
Jofra Archer (Fast bowler)
Despite limited appearances, Archer’s impact was unmistakable. His pace, bounce, and accuracy made him a constant threat whenever he took the field.
Stats: 9 matches | 9 inns | 18 wkts | Avg 22.44 | BBI 4/18
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