Rohit Sharma Overtakes Ganguly as India’s 3rd-Highest ODI Run Scorer

Indian cricket captain Rohit Sharma has added another milestone to his illustrious career, surpassing Sourav Ganguly to become India’s third-highest run-scorer in One Day Internationals (ODIs). The record-breaking moment came during his 73-run knock against Australia in the second ODI.

Now in 275 ODIs and 267 innings, Rohit has scored 11,249 runs at an average of 48.69, with 32 centuries and 59 fifties and a best score of 264. He has overtaken Ganguly, who made 11,121 runs in 308 matches at an average of 40.95, with 22 centuries and 71 fifties.

At the top is Sachin Tendulkar (18,426 runs in 463 matches with 49 centuries), followed by Virat Kohli (14,181 runs in 304 games with 51 centuries).

A Composed Innings

In contrast to his usual explosive approach, Rohit played a measured innings, scoring 73 off 97 balls at a strike rate of 75.26, including 7 fours and 2 sixes. His patience in building the innings paid off, highlighting his adaptability under pressure.

Career Highlights

• Best Score: 264 vs Sri Lanka – highest individual score in ODI history
• 32 ODI Centuries – third-most by an Indian after Kohli and Tendulkar
• 59 Fifties – consistently anchoring India’s top order