Asia Cup 2023, IND vs SL: Rohit Sharma breaches 10,000-run mark in ODIs to enter elite club

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• Sep 12, 2023 | Dhupali Das

Rohit Sharma achieved the remarkable milestone of 10,000 One-Day International (ODI) runs...

Digital Desk: Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma etched his name into the annals of cricket history on Tuesday during the Asia Cup 2023 Super Four match against Sri Lanka. The dynamic opener achieved the remarkable milestone of 10,000 One-Day International (ODI) runs, solidifying his status as one of India's greatest cricketing talents.

Rohit reached the coveted 10,000-run mark after scoring a crucial 23 runs, which included a trademark powerful six, during his 241st ODI innings. At the age of 36, he now stands as the sixth Indian batsman to attain this extraordinary feat, joining the likes of the legendary Sachin Tendulkar and former captain Sourav Ganguly in this elite club.

Notably, Rohit Sharma's achievement also places him as the second-fastest player globally to cross the 10,000-run barrier, with only his contemporary and former captain, Virat Kohli, surpassing him in terms of innings played.

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Since his ODI debut against Ireland in Belfast in 2007, Rohit Sharma has consistently dazzled cricket enthusiasts with his exceptional batting prowess. He has amassed an astonishing tally of 30 ODI centuries and 50 half-centuries, showcasing his ability to dominate opposition bowlers across various conditions. With an average close to 49, Rohit has undoubtedly cemented his status as a formidable force in the world of cricket.

Cricket fans and pundits alike celebrated this remarkable achievement, praising Rohit Sharma's consistency, elegance, and ability to adapt to different formats of the game. As the Asia Cup 2023 unfolds, all eyes will be on the Indian captain, who continues to set new records and inspire the next generation of cricketers with his remarkable achievements on the field.