Rohit Sharma achieved another major milestone in his ODI career during India’s second match against the West Indies in Guwahati, becoming the seventh batter to score 12,000 runs in Men’s One Day Internationals.
The India opener reached the landmark with a single off Roston Chase in the 16th over, joining an exclusive group of ODI run-scorers.
Rohit is only the third Indian, after Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli, to reach 12,000 ODI runs.
Seventh Batter to Reach the Landmark
Rohit has now joined an illustrious list featuring some of the greatest batters in ODI history:
- Sachin Tendulkar
- Virat Kohli
- Ricky Ponting
- Kumar Sangakkara
- Sanath Jayasuriya
- Mahela Jayawardena
- Rohit Sharma
Since making his ODI debut in 2007, Rohit has established himself as one of India’s most successful batters in the format.
Rohit’s Remarkable ODI Record
Rohit reached the 12,000-run mark in his 290th ODI appearance. His career tally includes 34 centuries and 62 half-centuries.
One of the defining moments of his ODI career came in 2014, when he scored an unbeaten 264 against Sri Lanka in Kolkata. The innings remains the highest individual score in Men’s ODI cricket.
Rohit is also the only batter to have scored three double-centuries in the format.
Looking Ahead to the 2027 World Cup
Rohit’s ODI career has also been closely associated with India’s campaigns in recent ICC Men’s Cricket World Cups.
After leading India to the final in 2023, the veteran opener remains focused on the future and has expressed his intention to continue looking ahead to the 2027 World Cup.
Speaking about his ambitions, Rohit said:
“The thought will never cross my mind that the business I had is finished. As long as you’re playing, there is always something to look forward to.”
He added that he is looking forward to the 2027 World Cup and the challenges that come with playing an ICC tournament.
Rohit Embraces the Challenge of ICC Events
Rohit highlighted the unique challenges presented by major international tournaments, where teams face different opponents and play at different venues.
He said players need to prepare differently and adapt their approach depending on the conditions and opposition.
With another major milestone added to his career, Rohit continues to remain focused on contributing to India’s ODI campaign and preparing for the challenges ahead.