Rohit Sharma Breaks Record, Becomes India 3rd Highest ODI Run Scorer

By Kaif - Oct 23, 2025 01:20 PM
Last updated on Oct 23, 2025 04:33 PM

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Rohit Sharma Breaks Record, Becomes India's 3rd Highest ODI Run Scorer: Indian cricket team's experienced opening batsman Rohit Sharma created history in the second ODI against Australia at the Adelaide Oval. Thanks to his brilliant half-century, Rohit Sharma has now become India's third-highest run-scorer in One Day International cricket. He surpassed former India captain and legendary batsman Sourav Ganguly in this regard.

Sets record with brilliant half-century

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In this crucial match against Australia, 'Hitman' Rohit Sharma displayed his batting prowess, reaching his career's 32nd ODI half-century. He faced 97 balls and scored a total of 73 runs, with the help of 7 fours and 2 towering sixes. This half-century not only proved to be a lifesaver for the team, but also gave him a major personal achievement.

Becomes the third 'run-machine', surpassing Ganguly

With this brilliant innings, Rohit Sharma has set a new record. He has now become the third player for the Indian cricket team to score 11237 runs in ODI cricket. In achieving this milestone, he surpassed former Indian captain and legendary left-handed batsman Sourav Ganguly (11221 runs).

Rohit Sharma now trails only two greats: Sachin Tendulkar (18426 runs) and Virat Kohli (14181 runs).

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Match Status: Partnerships after a shaky start

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Batting first after losing the toss, India scored 264 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in 50 overs.

India got off to a poor start when Shubman Gill (9) and Virat Kohli (0) were dismissed early. Subsequently, Rohit Sharma (73) (97 balls) and Shreyas Iyer (61) (77 balls) steadied the innings, forging a crucial century partnership.

After Rohit and Iyer's dismissal, Axar Patel scored a quickfire 44 off 41 balls, but the middle order faltered. Lower down the order, Harshit Rana (24 runs, 18 balls) added some useful runs.

For Australia, Adam Zampa was the most successful bowler, taking 4 wickets, while Xavier Bartlett took 3 wickets.

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