Rohit Sharma has made headlines by breaking ODI opening records, surpassing legends like Chris Gayle and Sanath Jayasuriya. The ace cricketer achieved this milestone during India’s third ODI against South Africa in Visakhapatnam (Vizag).
Rohit Sharma’s Stellar Performance
In his exciting journey as an opener, Rohit scored a significant 57 runs in the first ODI held in Ranchi. Although he was dismissed for just 14 runs in the second ODI in Raipur, he bounced back impressively in the third match.
Milestone Achievement
Rohit Sharma has now become the second player in cricket history to amass over 5,000 runs as an opener against SENA countries, namely South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia. Following in the footsteps of fellow Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar, this accomplishment highlights Rohit’s place among the greats of the game.
Leading Run-Scorers Against SENA Teams
Here’s a list of the top opening batters with the most ODI runs against SENA teams:
- Sachin Tendulkar – 7,116 runs (India)
- Rohit Sharma – 5,001 runs (India)
- Sanath Jayasuriya – 4,533 runs (Sri Lanka)
- Chris Gayle – 4,438 runs (West Indies)
- Desmond Haynes – 4,253 runs (West Indies)
Future Outlook
At 38 years old, Rohit Sharma remains the sole active player on this prestigious list. Currently focusing only on ODIs, he has retired from Test and T20 formats. Estimates suggest he could play between 40 to 45 additional ODI matches before the 2027 ICC World Cup, potentially enhancing his batting tally further as he aims to match or eclipse Tendulkar’s record.
Rohit Sharma’s recent feats not only celebrate individual excellence but also reaffirm his significant influence in the world of cricket, especially in limited-overs formats.
