Admin Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma scripted history with a sensational century against England in the 2nd ODI at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. His breathtaking knock of 119 runs off just 90 balls not only powered India to a six-wicket victory but also helped him break Sachin Tendulkar’s long-standing record. Rohit’s performance was a masterclass in batting, as he smashed 12 boundaries and 7 sixes at a strike rate of 132.22, guiding India to chase down a challenging target of 305 runs with ease.
This century marked Rohit’s 32nd in ODI cricket and his 49th in international cricket across all formats. With this, he surpassed Rahul Dravid’s tally of 48 international centuries, becoming the third-highest century-maker for India in international cricket. Only Sachin Tendulkar (100) and Virat Kohli (74) are now ahead of him.
Rohit Sharma Breaks Sachin Tendulkar’s Record
Rohit Sharma’s century in Cuttack was his 36th in international cricket after turning 30, making him the Indian player with the most centuries after the age of 30. He surpassed Sachin Tendulkar, who had 35 centuries after his 30th birthday. This remarkable achievement highlights Rohit’s consistency and dominance in the latter half of his career.
Most Centuries After 30th Birthday (Indians):
- Rohit Sharma – 36 centuries
- Sachin Tendulkar – 35 centuries
- Rahul Dravid – 26 centuries
- Virat Kohli – 18 centuries
Rohit Sharma Sets World Record in ODI Cricket
Rohit also created a massive world record in ODI cricket by becoming the first player to score 22 centuries after turning 30. He surpassed Sri Lankan legends Sanath Jayasuriya and Tillakaratne Dilshan, who previously held the record with 21 centuries each. This feat underscores Rohit’s ability to maintain peak performance even as he ages.
Most ODI Centuries After 30th Birthday:
- Rohit Sharma – 22 centuries
- Sanath Jayasuriya – 21 centuries
- Tillakaratne Dilshan – 21 centuries
- Kumar Sangakkara – 19 centuries
- Hashim Amla – 16 centuries
Rohit’s Dominance Across Formats
Since celebrating his 30th birthday on April 30, 2017, Rohit has been in phenomenal form across all formats. Alongside his 22 ODI centuries, he has scored 10 Test centuries and 4 T20I centuries. Globally, only Kumar Sangakkara (43) has more international centuries after turning 30 than Rohit. Legends like Ricky Ponting and Matthew Hayden are tied with Rohit at 36 centuries.
Chasing More Records
During his match-winning knock in Cuttack, Rohit also inched closer to another milestone. He surpassed Chris Gayle (331 sixes) to become the second-highest six-hitter in ODI history. Rohit now has 334 sixes and is just 17 sixes away from breaking Shahid Afridi’s world record of 351 sixes in ODIs.
A Comeback to Remember
Rohit’s century was a timely response to his recent dip in form, silencing critics and proving why he is one of the most dangerous batsmen in world cricket. His 76-ball hundred was the second-fastest of his ODI career and set the tone for India’s comfortable chase. This victory also secured India’s series win against England, further cementing Rohit’s legacy as a leader and a match-winner.
Conclusion
Rohit Sharma’s record-breaking century against England is a testament to his skill, determination, and longevity in international cricket. By breaking Sachin Tendulkar’s record and setting a new world record in ODIs, Rohit has etched his name in the history books. As he continues to chase more milestones, fans can expect more fireworks from the Hitman in the years to come.
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