IND vs WI: Massive milestones within reach of Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma is on the verge of massive ODI milestones as India faces West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram. Can the Hitman reach 12,000 runs?
As India prepares to face the West Indies in the opening ODI at Thiruvananthapuram this Sunday, all eyes will be fixed on Rohit Sharma. Amidst ongoing discussions regarding his role and form, the 'Hitman' has a golden opportunity to silence critics by chasing historic milestones with his willow.
Chasing the 12,000-run mark
Rohit Sharma currently stands as India's third-highest run-scorer in One Day Internationals. He is now just 105 runs away from reaching the prestigious 12,000-run milestone. If he succeeds, he will become only the third Indian batter to achieve this feat, joining the legendary ranks of Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar.
His current ODI statistics are a testament to his consistency:
- Total ODI Runs: 11,895
- Innings: 280
- Average: 48.95
- Centuries: 34
- Highest Score: 264
Breaking the Opener Record
Beyond the total run count, Rohit is also on the cusp of a specific technical milestone. He needs 135 runs to become the fourth opener in ODI history—and only the second Indian after Sachin Tendulkar—to cross the 10,000-run threshold as an opener.
His record as an opener currently stands at:
- Runs: 9,865
- Matches: 201
- Average: 54.5
- Centuries: 32
Dominance against the West Indies
History is on Rohit's side when it comes to facing the West Indies. He has enjoyed immense success against them, proving to be a formidable opponent for their bowling attack. His record against the Caribbean side is impressive:
- Innings: 35
- Total Runs: 1,613
- Average: 57.60
- Centuries: 3
- Half-centuries: 12
- Best Score: 162
Form Check: Recent Performances
Looking at his recent outings in 2024, Rohit has maintained a steady presence. In nine ODIs this year, he has accumulated 379 runs at an average of 42.11. His recent highlight includes a magnificent century of 138 against England at Lord's, proving that his ability to dominate on the world stage remains intact.