Indian captain Rohit Sharma has achieved yet another historic milestone in his illustrious career by surpassing the legendary Sachin Tendulkar in terms of most runs as an opener for India in international cricket. With this achievement, Rohit now sits second on the all-time list, behind only Virender Sehwag, further solidifying his status as one of India’s greatest openers.
1️⃣ Virender Sehwag – 16,119 runs
2️⃣ Rohit Sharma – (Surpassed Sachin Tendulkar)
3️⃣ Sachin Tendulkar – 15,335 runs
Rohit’s journey from a middle-order batter to a record-breaking opener has been nothing short of spectacular. Since permanently taking up the opening role in 2013, he has transformed into one of the most dominant batters in world cricket, amassing thousands of runs across all three formats with sheer elegance and power.
Rohit Sharma has been a pillar of strength for India at the top of the order, delivering match-winning performances in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. His ability to adapt to different conditions and formats makes him a unique and invaluable asset for Team India.
Rohit is the only batter in history to have scored three double centuries in ODIs, a testament to his ability to build massive innings once set. His ability to convert starts into big scores has been a game-changer for India in limited-overs cricket.
In T20 cricket, Rohit has been a trailblazer, holding multiple records, including the most centuries in T20 internationals. His explosive starts have often laid the foundation for India’s success in the shortest format.
After making a successful switch to opening in Test cricket, Rohit has silenced his critics with outstanding performances, particularly in home and overseas conditions. His ability to take on the new ball and dominate bowlers has been crucial for India’s success in recent years.
Now that Rohit Sharma has surpassed Sachin Tendulkar, the next big milestone awaits – breaking Virender Sehwag’s record for the most runs as an opener for India. Given Rohit’s consistency and hunger for runs, he has a strong chance of overtaking Sehwag in the near future.
With several major tournaments and series ahead, including the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and upcoming Test tours, Rohit Sharma’s dominance at the top is expected to continue.
Rohit Sharma’s rise as an opener has redefined Indian cricket, and his latest achievement of surpassing Sachin Tendulkar further cements his legacy among the greats. As he continues his remarkable journey, cricket fans worldwide eagerly await more records to tumble at the hands of the Hitman.