Rohit Sharma Becomes the Second Fastest to 11,000 ODI Runs, Check the List

Rohit Sharma, the Indian cricket team captain, added another feather to his illustrious cap by becoming the second-fastest batter to score 11,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs). This milestone came during India’s Champions Trophy match against Bangladesh, reinforcing his reputation as one of the finest white-ball cricketers in history. Rohit is now the fourth Indian and the 10th player overall to reach this mark, a testament to his consistency and dominance in the format.

Rohit Sharma’s Journey to 11,000 ODI Runs

Rohit Sharma’s cricketing journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Starting his career in 2007, he initially struggled to find consistency. However, his transformation into an opener in 2013 was the turning point that changed his career trajectory. Since then, he has been a pillar of India’s batting lineup, scoring runs with remarkable consistency.

Breaking Down the Record

Rohit reached the milestone in just 261 innings, making him the second-fastest after Virat Kohli, who achieved the feat in 222 innings. The legendary Sachin Tendulkar follows at 276 innings, while Ricky Ponting and Sourav Ganguly complete the top five list. This record highlights Rohit’s ability to maintain an exceptional run rate over the years.

Rohit joins an elite club of batters who have crossed the 11,000-run mark in ODIs. Among Indians, he follows the legendary trio of Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly, and Virat Kohli. Globally, he joins the ranks of players like Ricky Ponting and Kumar Sangakkara, who are regarded as all-time greats.

Indians with 11,000 ODI runs

1) Sachin Tendulkar – 18426 runs in 452 innings

2) Virat Kohli – 13963 runs in 285 innings

3) Sourav Ganguly – 11363 runs in 311 innings

4) Rohit Sharma – 11,029 runs in 261 innings

How Rohit Achieved This Feat

Rohit’s success is built on his ability to perform against top teams, particularly in high-pressure games. As an opener, he provides strong starts, often converting them into big scores. His impeccable timing, adaptability to different conditions, and knack for finding gaps make him a nightmare for bowlers worldwide.

Bangladesh vs India – The Champions Trophy Clash

In this crucial Champions Trophy match, Bangladesh batted first but struggled, losing five wickets early. However, Jaker Ali and Towhid Hridoy steadied the innings, with Hridoy scoring a magnificent century. India, in response, chased 229 with ease, thanks to Rohit’s confident start.

Rohit is currently second in the list of most sixes in ODIs, with 338 sixes to his name. He is only behind Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi (351 sixes). With the way Rohit is playing, he might soon claim the top spot in this elite list.