Rohit Sharma has achieved a remarkable milestone in ODI cricket history, completing 11,000 runs. Before the match against Bangladesh, he had scored 10,988 runs in his career, and it only took him 12 runs in that innings to reach the 11,000-run mark. This feat makes him the fourth Indian batsman to achieve this distinction.
Prior to Rohit Sharma, only three Indian batsmen had completed 11,000 runs in ODI matches. The list is topped by Sachin Tendulkar, who scored an impressive 18,426 runs in his ODI career. Virat Kohli follows closely, with 13,963 runs to his name so far. Sourav Ganguly takes the third spot, having scored 11,221 runs in his ODI career. The breakdown of their achievements is as follows:
– Sachin Tendulkar – 18,426 runs
– Virat Kohli – 13,963 runs
– Sourav Ganguly – 11,221 runs
– Rohit Sharma – 11,000+ runs
A Historic Record Broken
Rohit Sharma has broken Sachin Tendulkar’s record for scoring the fastest 11,000 runs in ODI cricket history. While Sachin achieved this milestone in 276 innings, Rohit accomplished it in 261 innings. However, it’s worth noting that Virat Kohli still holds the record for the fastest 11,000 runs, achieving this feat in 222 innings. The rankings for the fastest 11,000 runs in ODI cricket are:
– Virat Kohli – 222 innings
– Rohit Sharma – 261 innings
– Sachin Tendulkar – 276 innings
– Ricky Ponting – 286 innings
This achievement not only underscores Rohit Sharma’s skill and dedication but also highlights the rich legacy of Indian cricket, with legends like Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Sourav Ganguly having made significant contributions to the sport. As Rohit continues to make his mark, fans and enthusiasts alike look forward to seeing what the future holds for this talented batsman.
