Rohit Sharma is on the verge of another major ODI milestone, and the second ODI against South Africa in Raipur could see him join one of India’s greatest-ever captains — Sourav Ganguly — in a prestigious batting list.
Rohit just one fifty-plus score away from matching Ganguly
If Rohit scores 50 or more in today’s match, he will equal Ganguly’s tally of 94 fifty-plus scores for India in ODIs.
This includes both half-centuries and centuries.
By doing so, Rohit will:
- Become joint-ninth on the all-time list of batters with the most fifty-plus scores in ODI cricket
- Draw level with ‘Dada’, who sits at 94
- Achieve the feat after scoring three consecutive 50+ scores in his last three ODI innings
Rohit’s recent run — 121*, 57, and another fifty-plus before that — places him in ideal form to match Ganguly’s long-standing record.
Why this milestone matters
Sourav Ganguly is widely regarded as one of India’s finest ODI batters, with a career filled with consistency, leadership and iconic knocks.
Rohit joining him on the list highlights:
- His longevity across formats
- His dominance as an opener in the modern era
- His ability to deliver big scores year after year
Once Rohit equals Ganguly, the next target in sight will be to break into the top eight, a bracket dominated by the biggest ODI names in history.
Perfect stage for another Rohit special
The Raipur ODI carries high stakes: India can seal the series, Rohit is in prime touch, and conditions are expected to favour stroke-making.
Given his current rhythm and confidence alongside Virat Kohli, another fifty-plus score is very much within reach.
If Rohit delivers again today, he will not only help India secure the series but will also write his name alongside one of Indian cricket’s biggest legends.