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Rohit Sharma Reaches 11,000 ODI Runs: Achieves Milestone in Style

New Delhi: Rohit Sharma, India’s “Hitman,” made history on Thursday by becoming the second-fastest cricketer to reach 11,000 runs in One-Day Internationals (ODIs). He achieved this remarkable feat during India’s Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium.

A Milestone Moment
The 37-year-old needed just 12 more runs to hit the milestone and reached it with a boundary off Bangladesh’s Mustafizur Rahman in the fourth over of India’s chase of 229. This achievement came in his 261st innings, placing him just behind Virat Kohli, who reached 11,000 runs in only 222 innings. Cricketing legend Sachin Tendulkar had previously achieved the milestone in 276 innings.

Joining an Elite Group
Rohit’s impressive record places him among the greats, making him the fourth Indian player to reach this landmark. He joins the ranks of Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Sourav Ganguly. Rohit is now the 10th overall cricketer to have achieved the remarkable 11,000-run mark.

The Fastest to 11,000 Runs

• 222 innings: Virat Kohli
• 261 innings: Rohit Sharma
• 276 innings: Sachin Tendulkar
• 286 innings: Ricky Ponting
• 288 innings: Sourav Ganguly

Fast Start and Early Dismissal
Rohit’s knock was explosive, providing India with a quick start during the chase. He smashed 41 runs off just 36 balls before being dismissed by Taskin Ahmed in the 10th over. Although his innings was cut short, his early contribution set the tone for India’s chase.

Rohit Sharma’s achievement adds to his growing list of cricketing records, cementing his legacy as one of India’s greatest ODI players. His journey to 11,000 runs serves as an inspiration to many, highlighting the dedication and consistency needed to reach such an elite level.

As India progresses in the Champions Trophy, cricket fans will undoubtedly be watching closely as Rohit continues to break barriers in the world of cricket.