Sydney, Oct 25 (ANI): India's Rohit Sharma celebrates his century during the ODI match against Australia at Sydney Cricket Ground in Sydney on Saturday. (Reuters/ANI Photo)
URGENT UPDATE: Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma is on the brink of a historic achievement, poised to become the fourth Indian batter to score 20,000 international runs. With only 98 runs needed, all eyes will be on him in the upcoming ODI series against South Africa, starting November 30, 2025, at the JSCA Stadium in Ranchi.
Sharma, currently at 19,902 international runs across 502 matches, has an impressive record featuring 4,301 runs in Tests, 11,370 runs in ODIs, and 4,231 runs in T20Is. He is set to join an elite list that includes cricket legends Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rahul Dravid, who have all surpassed this milestone.
Tendulkar leads the pack with a staggering 34,357 runs, followed by Kohli with 27,673 runs and Dravid with 24,064 runs. With Sharma’s recent performance, including a stellar unbeaten 121 against Australia, he is entering this series with momentum and confidence, crucial for India’s morale after a recent 2-0 loss against South Africa.
As the team prepares for this critical series, both Sharma and Kohli, who also exclusively plays ODIs, will face immense pressure to deliver exceptional performances. Fans are eagerly anticipating whether Sharma can reach this milestone and inspire his team to bounce back from their recent defeat.
The South Africa series marks a significant opportunity for Sharma to solidify his legacy in Indian cricket. Following this, he is expected to participate in an ODI series against New Zealand at home, potentially adding to his impressive tally.
Stay tuned as we bring you live updates and insights on Rohit Sharma’s journey toward this remarkable milestone!
