A Joyous Week for Rohit Sharma: Elevated to No. 1 in ICC Men’s ODI Batter Rankings
Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma has enjoyed a remarkable week as he climbed to the top of the ICC Men’s ODI batter rankings following the recent ODI series in Australia. At 38 years old, Rohit entered the series under significant pressure, having been replaced as captain by Shubman Gill. Despite the external noise, the seasoned batter remained unfazed and delivered impressive performances, even though India lost the three-match ODI series 1-2 to Australia.
Rohit’s Journey Through the Series
The series began on a challenging note for Rohit, who managed just eight runs in the opener at Perth. However, he bounced back strongly in the second ODI at Adelaide, scoring a resilient 97-ball 73 amid a tough bowling attack.
In the final ODI at Sydney, Rohit showcased his clinical batting prowess with an unbeaten 121 off 125 deliveries. His magnificent knock helped India stave off a series whitewash and earned him the Player of the Series award for amassing 202 runs at an impressive average of over 100.
Fan Reactions on Social Media
Fans on X (formerly Twitter) flooded the platform with praise for Rohit Sharma’s incredible rise to the summit of the ODI rankings. One fan wrote, “The never give up attitude of Rohit Sharma is what separates him from the rest. Imagine achieving the number one ODI ranking at the age of 38 when most players retire. Talk all you want, the numbers don’t lie—Rohit silences trolls better than anyone.”
Another admirer tweeted, “Haters come and go, records stay forever. Rohit’s game speaks louder than words.”
Rohit Sharma Replaces Shubman Gill at the Top Spot
In a twist of events, Rohit Sharma’s ascent to No. 1 meant replacing Shubman Gill, who had earlier succeeded him as both Test and ODI captain in recent months. Gill held the top spot in the ICC ODI batter rankings before his underwhelming performance in Australia allowed his senior opening partner to overtake him.
During the series, Gill totaled only 43 runs across three matches, averaging under 15. Consequently, he slipped below Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran to No. 3 in the ODI batter rankings.
Meanwhile, another Indian batting stalwart, Virat Kohli, also dropped a spot to No. 6 despite an unbeaten 74 in the series finale. Kohli had a tough start with back-to-back ducks in the first two games but finished strongly in the last ODI.
Conclusion
Rohit Sharma’s journey from captaincy disappointment to the pinnacle of the ICC ODI batter rankings is a testament to his resilience and enduring class. At 38, he continues to defy age and expectations, proving why he remains one of cricket’s premier talents. Fans and cricket enthusiasts alike will be eagerly watching to see what the veteran batter has in store next.
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