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Rohit Sharma Hits 50th Int’l Century; Joins Sachin & Virat in Historic Club

Shivansh Rana | 3 min read | 2 weeks ago | Oct 25, 2025 09:22 pm IST
Rohit Sharma Hits 50th Int'l Century; Joins Sachin & Virat in Historic Club

History was made in Sydney. In a stunning performance, Indian captain Rohit Sharma smashed his 50th international century on October 25, 2025, leading India to a dominant nine-wicket victory over Australia in the third ODI. This wasn’t just another hundred; it was a statement that puts him in some seriously elite company.

Key Takeaways

  • Rohit Sharma scored his 50th international century, becoming the third Indian after Sachin Tendulkar (100) and Virat Kohli (82) to reach the milestone.
  • He scored an unbeaten 121 off 125 balls to help India chase down 237 runs against Australia.
  • He is now the only batter in history with at least five centuries in all three formats: Tests (12), ODIs (33), and T20Is (5).
  • Sharma also equaled Sachin Tendulkar’s record for most ODI tons (9) by an Indian against Australia.

A Masterclass in Chasing

Look, chasing 237 isn’t always a walk in the park, especially in Australia. But Rohit Sharma made it look easy. Absolutely effortless. He crafted a magnificent unbeaten 121 from just 125 deliveries, an innings decorated with 13 fours and 3 massive sixes. He didn’t just score a century; he controlled the game from start to finish, ensuring India cruised to victory with nine wickets in hand. It was a captain’s knock in every sense of the word.

Rewriting the Record Books

This single innings shattered multiple records. It’s almost hard to keep track. So let’s break it down.

Joining Indian Royalty

First off, the big one. That 50th international ton. Only two other Indian players have ever done it. The legendary Sachin Tendulkar with a staggering 100 centuries, and the chase-master Virat Kohli with 82. Rohit has now officially joined that pantheon of Indian greats. A truly historic moment.

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The All-Format King

But here’s a record that’s uniquely his. With this century, Rohit’s tally stands at 12 in Tests, 33 in ODIs, and 5 in T20Is. You see that? He’s the only batter on the planet to have scored at least five centuries in every single format of the game. That kind of consistency is just unreal. It shows his incredible adaptability and skill across all conditions and styles of play.

Expert Analysis

Experts are calling this knock a testament to his evolution as a player. He’s not just the ‘Hitman’ anymore. He’s a calculated, mature, and dominant force. Surpassing Sourav Ganguly to become India’s third-highest run-scorer in ODIs during this same series just adds another feather to his cap. His ability to score big, especially as an opener, is unparalleled.

Dominance Down Under

Scoring in Australia is tough. But for Rohit, it seems like a second home. This was his sixth ODI century in Australia, the most by any visiting batter ever. He went past Virat Kohli and Kumar Sangakkara to claim that top spot. He also equaled Sachin Tendulkar’s record for the most ODI centuries by an Indian against Australia, a massive nine tons. Talk about owning an opposition.

Social Media Storm

As you can imagine, the internet exploded. Fans, former players, and pundits couldn’t stop praising the Indian captain. The hashtags were flying. His name was trending worldwide. It’s clear that even though Australia took the series 2-1, this final performance by Sharma is what everyone will remember.

So, where does this innings rank in the list of all-time great ODI knocks? Let the debate begin.