Rohit Sharma Achieves 20,000 Runs Milestone in International Cricket

Rohit Sharma has made history by becoming the fourth Indian cricketer to surpass 20,000 runs in international cricket. His recent performance in the ODI against South Africa highlights his exceptional skills, as he continues to impress with consistent scoring. With a career spanning over 500 matches, Rohit's statistics reflect his prowess across formats. This article delves into his achievements, including a detailed breakdown of his performance in ODIs, T20Is, and Tests, as well as a summary of the recent match against South Africa. Discover more about this cricketing milestone and what it means for Rohit's legacy.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 6, 2025, 20:36 IST

Rohit Sharma Joins Elite Club of 20,000 Runs

Indian cricket star Rohit Sharma has reached a remarkable milestone, becoming the fourth Indian player to accumulate 20,000 runs in international cricket. He joins the ranks of legendary players such as Sachin Tendulkar (34,257 runs), Virat Kohli (27,910 runs), and Rahul Dravid (24,064 runs) in the all-time international run charts.

Hitman's Performance in Visakhapatnam

During the third and final ODI against South Africa in Visakhapatnam, Rohit showcased his exceptional form, scoring 38 runs. He continued his impressive streak, marking his fourth fifty-plus score in just six recent ODI innings.

In this match, he scored 75 runs off 73 balls, hitting seven fours and three sixes, achieving a strike rate of 102.74.

Rohit Sharma's Career Statistics

With a total of 505 international matches under his belt, Rohit has amassed 20,048 runs, maintaining an average of 42.47 and a strike rate exceeding 87. His career includes 50 centuries and 111 fifties.

[object Object]

Match Summary: India vs South Africa

In the match, India won the toss and opted to field first. South Africa's Ryan Rickelton was dismissed for a duck, but a solid partnership of 113 runs between Quinton de Kock (106 runs off 89 balls, including eight fours and six sixes) and captain Temba Bavuma (48 runs off 67 balls, with five fours) followed.

Quinton also formed a 54-run partnership with Matthew Breetzke (24 runs off 23 balls, hitting two sixes). However, the Proteas faltered, losing five wickets for 199 runs, with Prasidh Krishna taking 4 wickets for 66 runs.

Despite efforts from Dewald Brevis (29 runs off 29 balls, with two fours and a six) and Marco Jansen (17 runs off 15 balls, with two fours), South Africa collapsed to 270 all out in 47.5 overs after being in a strong position at 234/5.