Even though Indian opener Rohit Sharma was full of talent since the beginning of his international career, the Maharashtra batsman discovered the best way to channelize his ability when he was promoted up the order in the Indian cricket team. In the backdrop of India’s second Champions Trophy title in 2013, Rohit found his form continued to impress in the ODI series against Australia. The right-handed batsman scored two centuries, including 209, only the third double in One Day International cricket. Following the remarkable outing, he didn’t just improve as a batsman but developed some leadership skills within his dynamic personality. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Rohit remains the most successful skipper as he has led Mumbai Indians to the title thrice in the cash-rich league. Under the captaincy of Rohit, Mumbai have lifted the IPL trophy in 2013, 2015 and 2017.
Rohit Sharma hilariously trolled Kuldeep Yadav for his DRS instincts and shared the video on his Instagram. When asked about everyday inconveniences, Rohit hilariously dropped Kuldeep's habit, which was the talk of the town during India's third ODI against South Africa in Visakhapatnam.
India captain Shubman Gill is set to earn a promotion as the BCCI is now considering him for a Grade A+ contract. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's spot in the top category is under consideration. All the calls will be made in BCCI's upcoming AGM on December 22.
Virat Kohli was the leading run-getter in the three-match ODI series against South Africa, amassing 302 runs in as many innings, scoring a couple of centuries and an unbeaten fifty in the decider. Rohit Sharma, on the other hand, finished the series on a high with a 75-run knock.
Yashasvi Jaiswal's maiden ODI century, coupled with two standout bowling performances with the ball from Kuldeep Yadav and Prasidh Krishna, meant that India won the third ODI and sealed the three-match series 2-1 in Vizag. Jaiswal joined an elite list of Indian batters after his maiden ODI ton.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's 2025 ended with a series win over South Africa. Notably, Kohli finished as India's leading run-scorer in ODIs in 2025, while Rohit finished just below him. When will the duo play next in international cricket, having finished playing this year? Find out.
With 302 runs in three matches against South Africa in the recently concluded ODI series, Virat Kohli finished as the leading run-scorer for India in 50-overs in 2025. He made 651 runs, while Rohit Sharma finished second, just one run behind him.
Yashasvi Jaiswal registered his maiden ODI century and ninth international ton against South Africa in the third ODI in Vizag. After two flops, he needed some runs to retain his spot in the squad, and it finally arrived in the series decider. Rohit, meanwhile, broke Chris Gayle's record.
Rohit Sharma registered a few milestones during his stroke-filled knock of 75 in the third ODI between India and South Africa at the ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam. Among them, Rohit surpassed Sachin Tendulkar in a major record.
Former captain Rohit Sharma became the fourth Indian cricketer to complete 20,000 runs in international cricket. Only Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli and Rahul Dravid have achieved the feat so far. He also scored a half-century in the third ODI against South Africa in Vizag.
Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh defended Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, stating that people who haven't achieved much in their careers are making calls regarding the future of the veterans. He cited that similar things have happened during his era as well.
Rohit Sharma had a brief stay in the middle during the second ODI between India and South Africa at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Stadium, Raipur. However, the former India captain achieved a major record in the Raipur clash, going past Rahul Dravid and joining Tendulkar and Kohli.
Former India captain Rohit Sharma was slow to get off the blocks in the ODI series opener against South Africa, but recovered well to score a well-made half-century. As India look to seal the series on Wednesday, Rohit will be keen to go big again.
Tilak Varma says guidance from Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli has boosted his confidence as he targets growth in ODIs and Tests. He values Kohli’s fitness and running insights and hopes to convert opportunities on the South Africa tour to strengthen his long-format credentials.
Several reports on social media have claimed that India head coach Gautam Gambhir and senior players, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, are not on talking terms. Amidst that, Harshit Rana has opened up that the dressing room environment is absolutely great at the moment.
Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma played stellar knocks in the first ODI between India and South Africa in Ranchi. While Rohit hit a strong 57, Kohli smacked a brilliant century in the series opener.
Team India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak recently came forward and talked about what the future holds for veteran batters Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their stellar performance in the first ODI of the ongoing series against South Africa.
India bounced back in Ranchi as Kohli’s 135 and a 136-run stand with Rohit, powered them to 349. Rana, Arshdeep and Kuldeep derailed South Africa’s chase despite resistance from Breetzke and Jansen. India sealed a 17-run win to go 1–0 up in the series.
Rohit Sharma’s animated, viral reaction to Virat Kohli’s record 52nd ODI century lit up the Ranchi ODI. Kohli scored 135, added a 136-run stand with Rohit, and the pair also broke the Tendulkar-Dravid record by playing their 392nd match together.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli turned on their beast mode as the two shattered a major partnership record during the first ODI between India and South Africa at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.
Rohit Sharma carried his strong run from the Australia ODIs to the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi. Rohit broke Shahid Afridi's world record during his strong run in the opener at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, Ranchi.