Sports 01 October 2026
Rohit Sharma Breaks Sachin Tendulkar's Record, Second-Fastest to 12,000 ODI Runs
Why in the News?
Indian opening batter Rohit Sharma broke Sachin Tendulkar's long-standing record to become the second-fastest batter in ODI history to complete 12,000 runs, achieving the milestone in 282 innings during the second ODI against West Indies in Guwahati.
Key Features / Major Points:
282 Innings Milestone: Rohit reached 12,000 ODI runs in 282 innings, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar, who took 300 innings.
Virat Kohli Tops the List: Virat Kohli holds the world record for being the fastest to 12,000 ODI runs, reaching the mark in just 242 innings.
Fastest to 12,000 ODI Runs (Top 5):
Virat Kohli: 242 innings
Rohit Sharma: 282 innings
Sachin Tendulkar: 300 innings
Ricky Ponting: 314 innings
Kumar Sangakkara: 336 innings
Exclusive Elite Club: Rohit is now only the third Indian batter to reach 12,000 ODI runs, joining Sachin Tendulkar and Virat Kohli.
Match Performance: Chasing West Indies' massive total of 405/7, Rohit scored an aggressive 80 off 56 balls, forming a massive opening partnership with skipper Shubman Gill.
Static GK Facts:
International Cricket Council (ICC) Headquarters: Dubai, UAE.
Highest Run-Scorer in ODI History: Sachin Tendulkar (18,426 runs).
Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Established: 1928 (Headquarters: Mumbai).
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Who became the second-fastest batter in ODI history to reach 12,000 runs in 282 innings?
A: Rohit Sharma (vs West Indies)
Q: Who holds the record for being the fastest batter to reach 12,000 runs in men's ODIs?
A: Virat Kohli (242 innings)
Q: How many Indian batters have crossed the 12,000-run milestone in One Day International cricket?
A: Three (Sachin Tendulkar, Virat Kohli, and Rohit Sharma)
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