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Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have defined an era of Indian cricket with their incredible consistency and record-breaking performances. While Kohli has shattered numerous milestones, including several long-standing records, Rohit has carved out a unique legacy in white-ball cricket with achievements that remain unmatched.
Although both legends have retired from T20 Internationals and continue to be celebrated for their remarkable careers, there are a few records that strongly favor Rohit Sharma. Here are five incredible milestones that Virat Kohli is highly unlikely to surpass.
1. Highest Individual Score in ODI Cricket – 264 Runs
One of the greatest batting records in cricket history belongs to Rohit Sharma. In November 2014, the Indian opener produced a sensational knock of 264 runs against Sri Lanka, setting the record for the highest individual score in One-Day International cricket.
Despite years of international success, no batter has managed to surpass that incredible innings.
Virat Kohli's highest ODI score stands at 183, and he has never scored a double century in the format. With the gap between their highest scores being so significant, Rohit's 264 remains well out of Kohli's reach.
Why This Record Is Safe
- Rohit Sharma: 264 runs (Highest ODI score)
- Virat Kohli: 183 runs (Career-best ODI score)
- No ODI double century by Kohli.
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2. Most Double Centuries in ODI Cricket
Scoring one ODI double century is a dream for most batters. Rohit Sharma achieved the feat three times, making him the only player in cricket history to score three ODI double hundreds.
His unforgettable innings include:
- 209 vs Australia (2013)
- 264 vs Sri Lanka (2014)
- 208 vs Sri Lanka (2017)*
Virat Kohli, despite being among the greatest ODI batters ever, has never reached the 200-run mark in the format.
Why This Record Is Safe
- Rohit Sharma: 3 ODI double centuries
- Virat Kohli: 0 ODI double centuries
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3. Most Centuries in a Single ODI World Cup
The 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup witnessed Rohit Sharma at his absolute best.
The Indian opener smashed five centuries in just one World Cup edition, the highest by any player in a single tournament. His remarkable consistency helped him finish as the tournament's leading run-scorer.
Scoring five hundreds in one World Cup requires exceptional form and consistency over a short period, making it one of the toughest World Cup records to break.
Why This Record Is Safe
- Rohit Sharma: 5 centuries in the 2019 World Cup
- Highest by any batter in a single ODI World Cup.
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4. Most T20 International Centuries
Before retiring from T20 Internationals, Rohit Sharma finished with five T20I centuries, jointly holding the world record alongside Glenn Maxwell.
Virat Kohli ended his T20I career with just one century, despite being one of the format's most successful batters.
Since both players have retired from T20Is, Kohli no longer has an opportunity to improve his tally.
Why This Record Is Safe
- Rohit Sharma: 5 T20I centuries
- Virat Kohli: 1 T20I century
- Both have retired from T20 Internationals.
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5. Most Sixes in International Cricket
Rohit Sharma's nickname "Hitman" perfectly reflects his aggressive batting style.
The Indian captain holds the record for the most sixes in international cricket, with 656 sixes across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
Virat Kohli has built his reputation on timing and consistency rather than power-hitting. He has hit 322 international sixes, leaving him more than 300 sixes behind Rohit's tally.
Given the massive difference, this record is widely considered one of the safest in international cricket.
Why This Record Is Safe
- Rohit Sharma: 656 international sixes
- Virat Kohli: 322 international sixes
Can Virat Kohli Break Any of These Records?
While Virat Kohli has rewritten cricket history with his remarkable run-scoring ability and century records, these five milestones represent Rohit Sharma's dominance in white-ball cricket.
With both players having retired from T20 Internationals and several of these records requiring extraordinary individual performances, it is highly unlikely that Kohli will surpass them.
Final Thoughts
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have both shaped one of the greatest eras in Indian cricket. Kohli is widely regarded as one of the finest run-scorers in the game's history, while Rohit has built an unmatched legacy through his explosive batting and unique world records.
From the highest ODI score (264) and three ODI double centuries to five World Cup centuries in a single edition, five T20I hundreds, and the most international sixes, Rohit Sharma owns records that could stand the test of time and remain among the toughest milestones for any cricketer - including Virat Kohli - to break.
