During his illustrious ODI career spanning from 1998 to 2015, Denagamage Praboth Mahela de Silva Jayawardene, affectionately known as Mahela Jayawardene, took a remarkable 218 catches in 448 matches. With a maximum of 4 catches in a single game and an impressive catches-per-inning rate of 0.492, Jayawardene's safe hands and agility made him a formidable fielder for Sri Lanka.
Ricky Thomas Ponting, the former Australian captain, is another fielding legend. Ponting, who played ODI cricket from 1995 to 2012, secured 160 catches in 375 matches. With a maximum of 3 catches in a game and a catch-per-inning rate of 0.43, he was known for his aggressive fielding approach, complementing his exceptional batting skills.
Mohammad Azharuddin, an elegant batsman and agile fielder, represented India in ODIs from 1985 to 2000. Over his career of 334 matches, Azharuddin grabbed 156 catches. His exceptional fielding prowess, including a maximum of 4 catches in a single match and a catch-per-inning rate of 0.469, made him a crucial asset for the Indian cricket team.
Virat Kohli, the modern-day batting maestro from India, has not only been prolific with the bat but also a remarkable fielder. Kohli, who continues to play ODIs as of 2023, has taken 143 catches in 277 matches. With a maximum of 3 catches in a game and an impressive catches-per-inning rate of 0.521, Kohli's sharp fielding skills have been an asset for his team.
Ross Taylor, known for his dependable batting and fielding, represented New Zealand in ODIs from 2006 to 2022. In his 236-match career, he secured an impressive 142 catches. Taylor's safe hands in the slip cordon, including a maximum of 4 catches in a match and a catch-per-inning rate of 0.612, were vital for New Zealand.
Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar, widely regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, played ODIs for India from 1989 to 2012. Tendulkar, in his record-breaking 463 matches, took 140 catches. Although he was primarily known for his batting prowess, his ability to hold on to catches, with a maximum of 4 in a game and a catch-per-inning rate of 0.307, further added to his cricketing legend.
Stephen Paul Fleming, the former captain of New Zealand, was not only a tactical genius but also an exceptional fielder. During his ODI career from 1994 to 2007, Fleming secured 133 catches in 280 matches. With a maximum of 4 catches in a match and a catch-per-inning rate of 0.481, his contribution in the field was invaluable.
Jacques Henry Kallis, the South African all-rounder, played ODIs from 1996 to 2014. In his 328-match career, Kallis took 131 catches. With a maximum of 3 catches in a single game and a catch-per-inning rate of 0.404, Kallis was not only a batting and bowling stalwart but also a reliable fielder.
Younis Khan, the dependable Pakistani batsman, contributed significantly in the field as well. In his ODI career spanning from 2000 to 2015, Khan grabbed 130 catches in 265 matches. With a maximum of 4 catches in a match and a catch-per-inning rate of 0.505, Khan's safe hands added value to Pakistan's fielding unit.
Muttiah Muralitharan, the legendary Sri Lankan spinner, mesmerized with his bowling and was equally proficient in the field. Throughout his ODI career from 1993 to 2011, Muralidaran secured 130 catches in 350 matches. With a maximum of 3 catches in a game and a catch-per-inning rate of 0.374, his fielding prowess complemented his spin wizardry.