 Gilchrist inspired Australia towards a 57-run win in Sydney |
Australia's Adam Gilchrist says it is only a matter of time before a batsman scores 200 in a one-day international. The opener raised hopes of a new mark with an amazing start against South Africa in Sydney on Sunday, his 88 coming from just 66 balls.
"Some player around the world will do it one day but you'll need everything going right," said Gilchrist.
"The moment you think about it and try to get it you'll probably find yourself getting out."
The highest score in a limited-overs international is former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar's 194, hit against India in Chennai (Madras) in 1996/97.
Gilchrist is one of seven players to have passed the 150 mark more than once, with three West Indians - Viv Richards, Brian Lara and Chris Gayle - doing so three times.
After a Gilchrist-inspired 57-run defeat, South Africa captain Graeme Smith tried to remain upbeat despite the fitness worries that have depleted his attack.
And he attempted to rouse his side for a game in Hobart that they must win if they are to meet Australia again in the best-of-three VB Series finals.
"The injuries have allowed a lot of young guys to come in and they've found out what international cricket's all about," said Smith.
"We've got a lot of improving to do and we move on to Sri Lanka on Tuesday."
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I believe that it will happen sooner rather than later as 20/20 has allowed batsman to push the limits of their techniques in pursuit of quick runs