Rohit Sharma, at the age of 38, has made history by achieving the top spot in ICC’s ODI rankings for the first time in his career. During the three-match series against Australia, Rohit amassed a total of 202 runs at an impressive average of 101, including an unbeaten century in the series-deciding third match. His consistent performances earned him the Player of the Series award and solidified his position as the premier opener in international cricket.
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With 781 rating points, Rohit leads the rankings, 17 points clear of Afghanistan’s Ibrahim Zadran, who is placed second. Meanwhile, Shubman Gill has slipped two places to the third position with 745 rating points. The rankings also saw some shifts for other Indian players: Virat Kohli, despite scoring an unbeaten 74 in the final ODI, dropped to sixth with 725 points, while Shreyas Iyer jumped to ninth in the rankings.
Rohit Sharma’s achievement also marks a historic milestone for Indian cricket, as he becomes only the fifth Indian player to reach the number one position in ICC ODI batting rankings, following legends Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, and Shubman Gill. Attaining this feat at 38 years and 182 days makes him one of the oldest players in cricket history to claim the top spot.
Latest ICC ODI Batter Rankings (Top 10)
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Rohit Sharma – 781 points
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Ibrahim Zadran – 764 points
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Shubman Gill – 745 points
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Babar Azam – 739 points
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Daryl Mitchell – 734 points
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Virat Kohli – 725 points
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Charith Asalanka – 716 points
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Harry Tector – 708 points
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Shreyas Iyer – 700 points
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Shai Hope – 690 points
Rohit Sharma’s elevation to number one is a testament to his enduring skill, experience, and resilience. His record-breaking achievement continues to inspire cricket fans and aspiring cricketers worldwide, reinforcing his status as one of India’s greatest batsmen.
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