Rohit Sharma has been breaking records since becoming an opener across formats in international cricket. He became the second fastest to 15,000 runs as an opening batter.
He achieved the milestone in the first ODI against Sri Lanka on August 2. The right-handed batter reached the landmark in 352 innings. Sachin Tendulkar was the fastest, reaching the record in 331 innings. The spot is with David Warner, who touched the mark in 361 innings.
Fastest to 15000 runs as an Opener
331 innings – Sachin Tendulkar
352 innings – Rohit Sharma*
361 innings – David Warner
For the record, Sachin and Warner have retired from cricket. Rohit returned to ODI cricket after the 2023 ODI World Cup.
India lost to Australia in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium on November 19. The veteran is expected to lead India in the 2025 Champions Trophy in Pakistan.
Meanwhile, Rohit led the team to the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 trophy. India defeated South Africa in the finale to win their second global tournament in the shortest format. He announced his retirement from T20Is along with Virat Kohli and Ravindra Jadeja.
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