IND vs ENG 2nd ODI: Rohit Sharma Smashes Century, Breaks Chris Gayle’s Record

Rohit Sharma Century in 2nd ODI: Team India captain Rohit Sharma’s form has been a topic of discussion for a long time. After the New Zealand series, Rohit’s bat remained silent even on the Australia tour. Even in the first ODI against England in Nagpur, his bat did not score any runs.

Rohit has finally returned to his form in Cuttack. The Indian team has returned to form within a century and has made some records in its name.

Rohit Sharma Returns to Form with a Stunning Century

In Cuttack, Rohit showed his old form right from the beginning. Rohit, known as Hitman, hit some brilliant sixes and broke Chris Gayle’s record for most sixes in ODIs.

Gayle has a total of 331 sixes in ODIs. Rohit went ahead of him. Rohit touched the 22-run mark and overtook former India captain Rahul Dravid. Now Rohit has gone ahead of Rahul in terms of most runs in ODIs.

ROHIT SHARMA COMPLETES HIS HUNDRED WITH A SIX. 🥶

– The century celebration by the Hitman. 🫡pic.twitter.com/TW1ubK4Fmn

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) February 9, 2025

Rohit put pressure on England’s bowlers from the beginning. He was gaining rhythm when the match was stopped due to poor light. It seemed that Rohit would lose his rhythm.

When the match started after about half an hour, Rohit hit a four as soon as he came. Rohit did not lose rhythm. He completed his half-century by hitting a four on the fourth ball of the ninth over. This was Rohit’s 58th ODI half-century.

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Rohit’s Dominant Batting Performance

Rohit started confidently, attacking England’s bowlers from the first ball. His innings were briefly interrupted by poor light, but he continued strongly after the restart.

First ODI Century in 16 Months

• Rohit last scored an ODI century on October 11, 2023, against Afghanistan in the World Cup.
• After 16 months, he returned to form with a century in just 76 balls.
• He thanked God after completing his 100 runs, celebrating this special moment.

FAQs

1. How many sixes has Rohit Sharma hit in ODIs?

Rohit has now hit more than 331 sixes, surpassing Chris Gayle’s record.

2. When did Rohit Sharma last score an ODI century?

Before this match, Rohit’s last ODI century was against Afghanistan on October 11, 2023.

3. How many ODI centuries has Rohit Sharma scored?

This is Rohit’s 32nd ODI century, making him one of the top ODI century scorers.

4. What was India’s target in the second ODI against England?

India needed 305 runs to win the match.