Rohit's Milestone Performance Against Australia
On October 23, 2025, Indian opener Rohit Sharma delivered a stellar innings, scoring 73 runs against Australia at the Adelaide Oval. After facing a disappointing start in the previous match, Rohit's performance proved crucial in setting up a solid foundation for Team India.
Key Contributions in the Last Match
Batting after the early dismissals of Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli, Rohit formed a substantial partnership with Shreyas Iyer. Their collaboration yielded 118 runs for the third wicket, significantly boosting India's position in the match.
| Player | Runs | Match | Average | Strike Rate |
|---|
| Rohit Sharma | 73 | 2nd ODI vs Aus | 54.55 | 96.08 |
| Shreyas Iyer | 61 | 2nd ODI vs Aus | 39.89 | 76.11 |
Historic Runs as an ODI Opener
With this innings, Rohit surpassed Sourav Ganguly, claiming the second position among Indian openers in ODI history for total runs scored. As of now, he boasts 9,219 runs in 188 matches, showcasing an impressive average and several centuries.
Top Indian Openers in ODIs
The following table highlights the top five Indian ODI openers:
| Rank | Player | Runs | Matches | Averages |
|---|
| 1 | Sachin Tendulkar | 15,310 | 344 | 48.29 |
| 2 | Rohit Sharma | 9,219 | 188 | 54.55 |
| 3 | Sourav Ganguly | 9,146 | 242 | 41.57 |
| 4 | Virender Sehwag | 7,240 | 204 | 36.93 |
| 5 | Shikhar Dhawan | 6,793 | 166 | 44.11 |
What's Next for Rohit?
Looking ahead, Rohit aims to continue his excellent form in the ongoing series against Australia, potentially adding more records to his illustrious career.