Rohit Sharma’s Record-Breaking Century Leads India to Victory Over England
Indian captain Rohit Sharma made an emphatic return to form, scoring a brilliant 119 runs in the second ODI against England in Cuttack, clinching his first century in over 16 months. His explosive knock came off just 76 balls, with the milestone reached in style, as he struck a six when on 96.
Rohit’s century, his 32nd in ODIs, came at a crucial time ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, boosting his confidence and reaffirming his place as one of the top players in world cricket. Alongside his century, Rohit achieved several records, further cementing his legacy.
Key Records Set by Rohit Sharma:
- Most International Centuries After Turning 30
With this century, Rohit now holds the record for the most international centuries after turning 30, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s tally of 35 with a total of 36 centuries in this phase of his career. - Most 50+ Scores by an Indian Opener
Rohit’s knock of 119 marked his 121st fifty-plus score in international cricket, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s previous record of 120 for an Indian opener. - Second-Highest Run Scorer as an Opener for India
Rohit has now scored 15,404 runs as an opener in international cricket, overtaking Tendulkar’s total of 15,335 runs. He is now second only to Virender Sehwag, who tops the list with 15,758 runs.
Rohit’s innings played a pivotal role in India’s commanding victory over England, as India successfully chased down England’s target of 305 runs, securing the series 2-0. Contributions from Shubman Gill, Axar Patel, and Shreyas Iyer added to the team’s dominance, making this a memorable win for the Indian team.
