Rohit Sharma is an Indian international cricketer, currently the captain of the India men’s ODI and T20I teams, and is renowned for holding the record for the highest individual score (264) in a One‑Day International. He has also led Mumbai Indians to five IPL titles and is the only player with three double‑hundred scores in ODIs.
Born on 30 April 1987 in Nagpur, Maharashtra, Rohit Shrinivas Sharma debuted for Mumbai in domestic cricket at age 18. He made his international T20 debut against England in 2007, scoring a modest 26 runs, but his aggressive left‑handed style quickly attracted attention.
Rohit Sharma’s statistical footprint is defined by unprecedented high scores and consistency across formats. As of September 2026, his key records include:
| Format | Highest Score | Number of 100s | Number of 200s |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODI | 264 vs Sri Lanka (2014) | 31 | 3 |
| Test | 212 vs South Africa (2019) | 7 | 0 |
| T20I | 118 vs Sri Lanka (2017) | 4 | 0 |
His 264‑run innings remains the highest individual ODI total ever recorded, surpassing the previous record of 219 set by Virender Sehwag in 2011. Rohit is also the only batsman with three separate double‑century knocks in ODIs (209, 264, 208*).
In ODIs, Rohit’s career strike rate stands at 88.9, slightly above the benchmark 85 for top‑order batsmen. In T20Is his strike rate is 138.7, ranking him among the top five Indian T20I batters as of 2026.
Appointed ODI captain in 2022 and T20I captain in 2021, Rohit has led India to a 2022 Asia Cup victory and a 2023 ICC World Cup semi‑final finish. His captaincy style emphasizes aggressive field placements, flexible batting orders, and nurturing young talent.
Under his leadership, Mumbai Indians have posted the highest team total in IPL history (263/5 vs Royal Challengers Bangalore, 2021).
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Beyond cricket, Rohit is a noted philanthropist and brand ambassador. He founded the “Rohit Sharma Foundation” in 2020, which funds education for under‑privileged children in Maharashtra. He also serves as a mentor for the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) Emerging Players Committee.
Rohit’s marketability is reflected in long‑term partnerships with brands like Adidas, MRF, and Tata Motors. His clean image and calm demeanor have made him a frequent guest on talk shows and a role model for aspiring cricketers.
When placed side‑by‑side with contemporaries such as Virat Kohli and MS Dhoni, Rohit stands out for his unique combination of massive innings and captaincy success. A statistical comparison (as of Sep 2026) shows:
While Kohli edges Rohit in average, Rohit’s three double‑hundreds are unmatched by any Indian.
At 39, Rohit is expected to play at least two more international seasons if fitness permits. Analysts predict he may focus more on limited‑overs formats and mentorship, gradually handing the Test captaincy to a younger player while remaining a pivotal figure in IPL.
These targets keep fans and pundits engaged with his career trajectory.
Rohit Sharma's highest ODI score is 264 runs, made against Sri Lanka in Kolkata on 13 November 2014.
Rohit Sharma has captained Mumbai Indians to five IPL championships (2013, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2020).
He was appointed T20I captain in 2021 and ODI captain in 2022, succeeding Virat Kohli in both roles.
No, Rohit Sharma's highest Test score is 212 runs against South Africa in 2019; his double‑centuries are limited to ODIs.
He founded the Rohit Sharma Foundation in 2020, which provides scholarships and educational resources to under‑privileged children in Maharashtra.
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