Rohit Sharma Nears Career-Defining Historical Achievement
Rohit Sharma, the former captain of India, is on the brink of achieving two significant milestones in his cricketing career. As India gears up to play South Africa in the first ODI in Ranchi, Rohit is just a few hits away from breaking a long-standing record in One Day Internationals (ODIs).
Rohit’s Six-Hitting Legacy
Currently, Rohit Sharma sits at 349 sixes in ODIs, needing only three more to surpass Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi, who holds the record with 351 sixes. Once Rohit hits his 352nd six, he will claim the title of the most prolific six-hitter in ODI history. With his recent performance in the series against Australia, including a remarkable innings, fans are hopeful that he will soon set a new record.
Top ODI Six-Hitters
| Player | Sixes |
|---|---|
| Shahid Afridi | 351 |
| Rohit Sharma | 349 |
| Chris Gayle | 331 |
| Sanath Jayasuriya | 270 |
| MS Dhoni | 229 |
Approaching the 20,000-Run Milestone
In addition to his six-hitting prowess, Rohit is also on the verge of joining an elite group of cricketers. He requires just 98 runs to reach 20,000 international runs, a feat only achieved by a select few including Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rahul Dravid. Rohit’s current tally includes 4,301 runs in Tests, 11,370 in ODIs, and 4,231 in T20Is, over the course of 502 international matches.
All-Time Run Leaders
| Player | Total Runs |
|---|---|
| Sachin Tendulkar | 34,357 |
| Virat Kohli | 27,673 |
| Rahul Dravid | 24,064 |
Key Players in Upcoming Match
Rohit Sharma will be joined by Virat Kohli, who has also shifted his focus to ODIs following recent changes in his career. The duo has the significant responsibility of leading the Indian team, especially after facing a challenging Test series in South Africa. Their performance against the Proteas could be vital as India aims to stabilize its standing in ODI cricket.
