Former Aussie star Steve Waugh has been known as one of the most destructive batters in cricket history and has guided his side to some of the epic wins in his career. The star cricketer played a crucial role when the Aussies lifted their first title in the 1987 World Cup.
However, the stylish right-handed batter guided his side to win the 1990 Cricket World Cup under his leadership and went on to become the finest batter in the ODIs. In the same vein, here are his top three ODI knocks.
1. 120*(110) vs South Africa, 1999, Headingley, Leeds (World Cup)
Australia’s star cricketer’s top knock came during the ninth game of the 1999 World Cup against South Africa. The stylish right-handed batter has hammered unbeaten 120 runs from 110 balls, featuring 10 fours and two sixes, to help his side win the crucial encounter against the Proteas. Speaking about the game here, South Africa posted 271/7 in the given 50 overs. However, during the chase, the Aussies chased down the total with two balls to spare.
Meanwhile, the Aussies were the winners of the marquee event, and the side was led by Waugh.
2. 114*(103) vs South Africa, 2000, Etihad Stadium, Melbourne
Steve Waugh’s second-best knock came during the first ODI against South Africa, which was played on August 16, 2000, at Docklands Cricket Stadium in Melbourne. The star cricketer made unbeaten 114 runs from 103 balls featuring nine fours and single-handedly guided the epic win for his side. Speaking about the game here, Australia posted 295/5 in the given 50 overs. However, during the chase, South Africa failed to chase down the target as they could manage to get just 201/7 and lose the game by 94 runs.
3. 89(102) vs South Africa, 1997, SuperSport Park, Centurion
Waugh’s third-best knock came during the sixth ODI against the Proteas, which was played on April 10, 1997, at Centurion. The stylish right-handed batter made 89 runs to help the Aussies win the game magnificently. Speaking about the game here, South Africa posted 284/7 in the given 50 overs. However, the Aussies chased down the target with six balls to spare.
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