IND vs ENG 2nd ODI Updates: Rohit Sharma Ends Century Drought with a Blazing Knock
There is good news for Team India ahead of the Champions Trophy—Rohit Sharma has ended his run drought in style, smashing a century with a six! The Indian captain reached 101 runs off just 76 balls, hitting 7 sixes and 9 fours. This marks Rohit’s 32nd century in ODI cricket and his second-fastest century in ODIs.
Rohit Sharma Returns to Form
Rohit’s century comes 338 days after his last century in international cricket and 475 days after his last ODI century. His return to form is a huge boost for Team India ahead of the Champions Trophy.
From the very start of his innings, Rohit looked in sublime touch. He blasted a half-century in just 30 balls, punishing both spinners and fast bowlers alike with his aggressive stroke play.
Rohit Sharma’s Second-Fastest ODI Century
Rohit’s recent struggles with the bat had raised concerns, but he silenced critics with a stunning knock in Cuttack. After playing three dot balls, he opened his account with a four and followed it up with a six on the very next delivery. From there, he never looked back.
By the 26th over, he had reached 96 runs off 75 balls, smashing 6 sixes and 9 fours. He then completed his century in style, hitting a six off Adil Rashid.
Rohit Sharma’s Record-Breaking Century
With this 32nd ODI century, Rohit Sharma has moved up to third place on the list of batsmen with the most centuries in ODI cricket, further solidifying India’s dominance in the format.
Most Centuries in ODI Cricket:
1️⃣ Virat Kohli – 50 centuries
1️⃣ Sachin Tendulkar – 50 centuries
3️⃣ Rohit Sharma – 32 centuries
4️⃣ Ricky Ponting – 30 centuries
5️⃣ Sanath Jayasuriya – 28 centuries
With this innings, Rohit Sharma has not only answered his critics but also given India a massive boost ahead of upcoming international tournaments.
