Rohit Sharma has achieved a stunning milestone by becoming the world’s No. 1 ODI batter. The veteran Indian opener, at the age of 38, dethroned the competition with a dominant performance and reached the top of the international rankings in style.
It was during the recently concluded series against the Australian national cricket team that Sharma made his move. He smashed a commanding unbeaten century in the third ODI, finishing the series as the top run‑scorer with 202 runs across three innings. That effort propelled him up the ladder in the International Cricket Council (ICC) men’s ODI batting rankings, putting him ahead of players who had held the position for a while.
The rise to world No. 1 is a testament to Sharma’s resilience. Having been replaced as India’s ODI captain earlier amid speculation around his role, he responded on the field rather than in the headlines. The link between his form and his renewed ranking is telling; his consistency under pressure helped him secure this premier spot.
This milestone is notable for multiple reasons. Beyond the prestige of reaching the summit of ODI batting, Sharma becomes one of the older players to claim the top position, demonstrating that age is no barrier when form and mindset align. It also underscores India’s batting depth. With Sharma at the top, there’s a strong signal that team strategy and experience are blending effectively.
For the rest of the cricket world, it’s a wake‑up call: Rohit Sharma is no longer just the experienced campaigner; he’s now the benchmark in 50‑over batting. For fans and young batsmen, his journey offers lessons in persistence, craft, adaptation, and timing.
