Overview
Indian batting star Rohit Sharma has etched his name in the record books breaking Shahid Afridi decade old record for the most sixes in One Day Internationals. This article details the milestone and lists other big hitting legends.
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| Indian captain Rohit Sharma playing a shot during his record breaking innings. |
In a thrilling display of power hitting Indian opener and former captain Rohit Sharma has officially become the most prolific six hitter in the history of One Day International cricket. The record breaking moment came during the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi, where Sharma played a commanding innings.
The Record Breaking Innings
During his knock of 57 runs Rohit Sharma unleashed his characteristic flair smashing 5 fours and crucially 3 massive sixes. It was these maximums that propelled him past the previous record a milestone that had stood for over a decade. This performance was a testament to his aggressive batting style and his ability to dominate bowling attacks.
Surpassing a Cricket Legend
The record was previously held by Pakistani bowling all rounder Shahid Afridi who announced his retirement from ODI cricket in 2015. Across a storied career of 398 matches Afridi had cleared the boundary 351 times a figure that had seemed untouchable for years. With his third six in the Ranchi match Rohit Sharma took his tally to 352 sixes claiming the top spot.
The All Time List of Six Hitters
Rohit Sharma achievement places him at the pinnacle of one of cricket most exciting statistics. Here a look at the other legendary players who make up the all time list.
The Elite Club of Power Hitters
1. Rohit Sharma (India): 352+ Sixes (and counting)
2. Shahid Afridi (Pakistan): 351 Sixes
3. Chris Gayle (West Indies): 331 Sixes
4. Sanath Jayasuriya (Sri Lanka): 270 Sixes
It noteworthy that no other batter in the history of ODI cricket has managed to hit even 250 sixes highlighting just how exclusive this club truly is.
Where Do Modern Players Stand?
Among current active players Rohit Sharma is in a league of his own. The next closest contemporaries are significantly behind underscoring the scale of his accomplishment.
Virat Kohli (India): 157 Sixes
Glenn Maxwell (Australia): 155 Sixes
As Rohit Sharma continues his career this record is expected to grow setting a new benchmark for future generations of power hitters.
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