His remarkable ability to build colossal innings with elegance and flair has left cricket enthusiasts and experts alike in sheer admiration.
The first of his monumental knocks came against Australia in 2013, when he unleashed a breathtaking assault on the hapless bowlers, amassing a colossal 209 runs off a mere 158 deliveries.
Rohit Sharma 209 (158) vs Australia 7th ODI 2013 Bangalore (Extended Highlights)
The Bengaluru crowd bore witness to a spectacle of unrivaled brilliance as Rohit’s bat conjured a symphony of boundaries and sixes, leaving the opposition in a state of stupefaction.
Lightning struck twice when Rohit, donning the iconic blue jersey, took center stage against Sri Lanka in 2014. In a display of unmatched batsmanship, he surpassed his own record, accumulating an astonishing 264 runs, the highest individual score in ODI history.
Rohit Sharma 264(173) India vs Sri Lanka 4th ODI Match Highlights
The cricketing world stood in raptures as Rohit’s willow danced to a mesmerizing tune, dispatching the ball to all corners of the Eden Gardens with unerring precision.
The magnum opus of Rohit’s ODI odyssey unfolded against the same opposition, Sri Lanka, in 2017. In a masterclass of timing, technique, and temperament, he conquered yet another summit, registering a sublime 208 not out.
The Mohali crowd was enthralled as Rohit’s bat orchestrated a rhapsody of cricketing strokes, leaving an indelible mark on the sport’s folklore.
Rohit Sharma 208* (153) vs Srilanka 2nd ODI 2017 Mohali Full Highlights (Ball By Ball)
Rohit’s tryst with ODI greatness is a testament to his unquenchable thirst for runs, his unwavering determination, and his sublime mastery of the willow.
Master blaster Sachin Tendulkar became the first batter ever to score a double century in ODIs when he scored unbeaten 200 against South Africa in 2010.