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Bowling a maiden over in ODI cricket is no easy feat, especially in the modern era where batters are always looking to score. Even managing three or four maiden overs in a single ODI is considered an exceptional performance.

Remarkably, there have been instances in the history of ODI cricket where bowlers have bowled as many as eight maiden overs in a single match.

Let’s take a look at four bowlers who hold the record for the most maiden overs in an ODI.

Indian spin legend Bishan Singh Bedi leads the list with eight maiden overs in an ODI match. This record was achieved during the era of 60-over ODIs, where Bedi bowled eight maidens out of his 12 overs - a testament to his accuracy and control.

West Indies pacer Phil Simmons matches Bedi’s feat with eight maiden overs in a single ODI. Interestingly, Simmons bowled just 10 overs in that match, making his achievement even more remarkable.

The great New Zealand fast bowler Richard Hadlee claimed six maiden overs in a 12-over spell in an ODI, showcasing his consistent line and length that troubled batters throughout the game.

England’s fast bowler John Snow also bowled six maiden overs in a 12-over stint in an ODI match, highlighting his disciplined and economical bowling style.

It’s important to note that all these records were set in the era of 60-over ODIs, where bowlers could bowl up to 12 overs. With the current 50-over format, where a bowler can bowl a maximum of 10 overs, surpassing these records has become extremely challenging.