Indian captain Rohit Sharma silenced his critics with a breathtaking century in the second ODI against England in Cuttack on February 9, 2025. Leading India's chase of 305, Rohit Sharma delivered a commanding 90-ball 119, featuring 12 boundaries and seven towering sixes at a remarkable strike rate of 132.22.
This knock comes as a relief for the star batter, who had been under scrutiny following a disappointing run in the Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) 2024-25. After a forgettable first ODI in Nagpur, where he managed just two runs, Rohit Sharma bounced back in style, boosting his confidence ahead of the upcoming 2025 Champions Trophy.
During this scintillating innings, Rohit Sharma also reached several remarkable milestones. Let's take a closer look at the five records he achieved during his 119-run masterclass.
#5 Most Sixes by Rohit Sharma When Reaching a Century
From the very start, Rohit Sharma took the England bowlers head-on, setting the tone with aggressive stroke play. His innings was a six-hitting spectacle, and he reached his century in grand style.
The Indian skipper smashed seven sixes before completing his hundred—his highest-ever six count at the time of reaching an ODI century. This showcases his ability to dominate bowling attacks and accelerate when needed.
#4 Third-Most International Centuries by an Indian Batter
With his 32nd ODI century, Rohit Sharma has now amassed 49 international hundreds across formats. This includes 12 centuries in Tests and five in T20Is.
By achieving this feat, Rohit Sharma has surpassed Rahul Dravid (48 international centuries) to become the third-highest century scorer for India in international cricket. He now trails only the legendary Sachin Tendulkar (100 centuries) and Virat Kohli (81 centuries).
#3 Second-Most Sixes in ODI Cricket
Renowned for his explosive batting, Rohit Sharma further cemented his reputation as one of the best six-hitters in ODI history. His seven sixes in the second ODI against England took his career tally to 338 sixes, surpassing West Indian great Chris Gayle (331 sixes).
Now, Rohit Sharma stands second on the all-time list for most sixes in ODIs, trailing only Pakistan’s Shahid Afridi, who leads with 351 sixes. If he continues his aggressive approach, Rohit could soon become the leading six-hitter in ODI history.
#2 Second-Fastest ODI Century by Rohit Sharma
The Indian captain registered his second-fastest ODI century, reaching the three-figure mark in just 76 balls against England. His fastest-ever ODI hundred came against Afghanistan in 2023, where he achieved the feat in just 63 deliveries.
Some of Rohit Sharma’s other fastest ODI centuries include:
- 82 balls vs England (2018)
- 82 balls vs New Zealand (2023)
- 84 balls vs West Indies (2018)
This latest century highlights Rohit's ability to shift gears and dominate opposition attacks when needed.
#1 Enters Top 10 Highest Run-Getters in ODI Cricket
With his latest knock, Rohit Sharma has now accumulated 10,987 ODI runs in 267 matches at an impressive average of 49.26. This century helped him overtake Rahul Dravid (10,889 runs) and secure a spot among the top 10 highest run-scorers in ODI history.
Rohit Sharma now joins an elite group of cricketing legends, including:
- Sachin Tendulkar
- Kumar Sangakkara
- Virat Kohli
- Ricky Ponting
- Sourav Ganguly
- Mahela Jayawardene
- Jacques Kallis
- Inzamam-ul-Haq
- Sanath Jayasuriya
His consistent performances continue to solidify his place as one of the greatest ODI batters of all time.
FAQs on Rohit Sharma’s 119 vs England in 2nd ODI
1. How many centuries has Rohit Sharma scored in international cricket?
As of the 2nd ODI against England in 2025, Rohit Sharma has scored 49 international centuries, including 32 in ODIs, 12 in Tests, and 5 in T20Is.
2. How many sixes has Rohit Sharma hit in ODIs?
Rohit Sharma has now hit 338 sixes in ODI cricket, making him the second-highest six-hitter in the format, just behind Shahid Afridi (351 sixes).
3. What is Rohit Sharma’s fastest ODI century?
Rohit Sharma’s fastest ODI century came in just 63 balls against Afghanistan in 2023. His second-fastest hundred was in 76 balls against England in the 2025 2nd ODI.
4. Where does Rohit Sharma rank among the highest ODI run-scorers?
With 10,987 ODI runs, Rohit Sharma is now among the top 10 highest run-getters in ODI history, recently surpassing Rahul Dravid on the list.
5. How many international sixes has Rohit Sharma hit across all formats?
Rohit Sharma has hit over 550 sixes across all formats, making him one of the most prolific six-hitters in world cricket.
Conclusion
Rohit Sharma’s century in the 2nd ODI against England was not just a match-winning effort but also a record-breaking one. From climbing the charts for most sixes to entering the elite list of top ODI run-scorers, Rohit Sharma continues to solidify his legacy as one of the greatest batters of his generation.
With the 2025 Champions Trophy on the horizon, Rohit's return to form is a huge boost for Team India. Fans will be hoping he maintains this momentum and delivers more iconic performances in the upcoming matches.
