Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Set to Chase Milestones in India-West Indies ODI

Exciting ODI Match in Thiruvananthapuram

The upcoming ODI match between India and West Indies in Thiruvananthapuram is set to feature the legendary duo of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Both players, now focusing solely on ODIs, are on the brink of achieving significant milestones that could capture headlines as the 2027 ICC Cricket World Cup approaches.

Rohit Sharma's Impressive Record Against West Indies

Rohit Sharma boasts an outstanding record against the West Indies, having accumulated the highest runs by any batter against them. In 37 ODIs and 35 innings, he has scored 1,613 runs with an impressive average of 57.60, which includes three centuries and 12 fifties, with a top score of 162.

Virat Kohli's Pursuit of 15,000 ODI Runs

Virat Kohli, who ranks as India's second-highest ODI run-scorer after Sachin Tendulkar, is just 59 runs shy of reaching the 15,000-run milestone. With 14,941 runs in 314 matches and an average of 58.59, he has achieved 54 centuries and 79 fifties, with a personal best of 183. He could potentially become the fastest player to reach this landmark during the series.

Chasing the 100-Century Mark

Kohli is also on the verge of reaching the coveted 100-century mark, currently sitting at 85 centuries. With nine centuries in just 41 innings against the West Indies, the possibility of him achieving this feat in Thiruvananthapuram is high, especially considering his unbeaten record at this venue.

Breaking Sachin Tendulkar's Records

To further enhance his legacy, Kohli needs just two more centuries to surpass Sachin Tendulkar's record of 60 List-A centuries. He is also close to breaking Sachin's record of 42 home centuries, currently holding 41. Additionally, Kohli is on track to surpass Sachin's total of 6,976 ODI runs scored in home conditions.

Rohit Sharma's Path to 12,000 ODI Runs

Rohit Sharma, currently India's third-highest ODI run-scorer, is only 105 runs away from reaching the 12,000-run milestone. With 11,895 runs in 288 ODIs at an average of 48.95, he has hit 34 centuries and 62 sixes, with a best score of 264.

Milestone as an Opening Batter

As an opener, Rohit is also close to becoming the fourth player, and the second Indian after Sachin Tendulkar, to score 10,000 runs in this position. He has amassed 9,865 runs in 201 matches, averaging 54.5, with 32 centuries and 49 fifties.