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Indian captain Rohit Sharma made history in the second ODI against Australia at the Adelaide Oval. With his smart batting and calm approach, he reached several big milestones in one match. Rohit scored 73 runs off 97 balls, helping India stay strong while also achieving new records in his career.
Rohit Sharma: First Indian to Score 1000 ODI Runs in Australia
Rohit became the first Indian player to score 1000 ODI runs in Australia. Before this match, he needed only two more runs to reach that mark. He completed it with a boundary off Mitchell Starc in the third over of the innings. This record proves how well Rohit performs in Australian conditions, where batting is not always easy.
Rohit Breaks Sourav Ganguly’s Record
During his half-century, Rohit Sharma also broke Sourav Ganguly’s record to become India’s third-highest run-scorer in ODI cricket.
Here’s the updated list of India’s top five ODI run-scorers:
| Rank | Player | Matches | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sachin Tendulkar | 463 | 18,426 |
| 2 | Virat Kohli | 304 | 14,181 |
| 3 | Rohit Sharma | 275 | 11,249 |
| 4 | Sourav Ganguly | 308 | 11,221 |
| 5 | Rahul Dravid | 340 | 10,768 |
Rohit now stands just behind cricket legends Tendulkar and Kohli — a great achievement for the Indian skipper.
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Most Sixes by an Asian Batter in SENA Countries
Rohit also set another world record. He became the first Asian batsman to hit more than 150 sixes in SENA countries — South Africa, England, New Zealand, and Australia. His power-hitting ability continues to amaze fans all over the world.
| Country | Sixes |
|---|---|
| Australia | 55 |
| England | 48 |
| New Zealand | 31 |
| South Africa | 16 |
| Total | 150+ |
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Rohit Sharma: Most ODI Runs in Australia
Rohit now has the most ODI runs by any Indian player in Australia. He has scored 1026 runs in 21 matches with an average of 55.77, including 4 centuries and 3 fifties.
Here’s how he compares with other Indian greats:
| Rank | Player | Matches | Runs | Avg | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rohit Sharma | 21 | 1026* | 55.77 | 4 | 3 |
| 2 | Virat Kohli | 20 | 802* | - | 3 | 4 |
| 3 | Sachin Tendulkar | 25 | 740 | - | - | - |
| 4 | MS Dhoni | 21 | 684 | 45.60 | 0 | 5 |
A Strong Comeback After Perth Failure
After getting out for just 8 runs in the first ODI at Perth, Rohit made a strong comeback in Adelaide. His 73-run knock off 97 balls showed patience and skill. Although Mitchell Starc dismissed him, Rohit had already done enough to set up the innings and make history.
Conclusion
Rohit Sharma continues to shine as one of India’s greatest ODI players. He became the first Indian to score 1000 ODI runs in Australia, broke Ganguly’s record, and hit 150+ sixes in SENA countries. His records prove why he’s called the Hitman — a true match-winner who keeps rewriting cricket history.
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