Rohit Sharma showcased his extraordinary prowess by becoming the first batsman to achieve a remarkable feat – scoring five centuries in men’s T20 Internationals.
This historic milestone was achieved during a riveting match in Bengaluru on Wednesday, where Rohit not only weathered a batting collapse but also launched a relentless assault on the opposition, solidifying his status as a T20 maestro.
Before this game, the leaderboard for most centuries in men’s T20Is featured familiar names like Glenn Maxwell and Suryakumar Yadav, each with four centuries to their credit.
However, Rohit Sharma’s sublime performance propelled him to the forefront, standing alone with five centuries, a testament to his exceptional skill and consistency in the shortest format of the game.
Top Performers in Men’s T20I Hundreds:
Rohit Sharma – 5 (T20I Hundreds)
Suryakumar Yadav – 4 (T20I Hundreds)
Glenn Maxwell – 4 (T20I Hundreds)
Babar Azam – 3 (T20I Hundreds)
Sabawoon Davizi – 3 (T20I Hundreds)
Colin Munro – 3 (T20I Hundreds)
Making a triumphant return to T20Is after an absence of more than a year, Rohit Sharma faced early setbacks with consecutive ducks in the first two games of the series.
However, he orchestrated a spectacular turnaround on Tuesday, crafting a scintillating century off just 64 balls, showcasing his resilience and ability to deliver under pressure.
The backdrop of the match unfolded with India opting to bat first and facing an uphill task after losing key wickets early on. Yashasvi Jaiswal (4), Virat Kohli (0), Shivam Dube (1), and Sanju Samson (0) departed cheaply, leaving India reeling at 22/4.
It was at this critical juncture that Rohit Sharma, along with Rinku Singh, embarked on a remarkable journey of recovery, stitching together a century partnership that revived the innings.
In the final T20I before the much-anticipated ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Rohit Sharma delivered a masterclass with a career-best innings of 121*, guiding India to a commanding total of 212/4 despite the early setbacks.
Rinku Singh played an equally crucial role, finishing unbeaten on 69, which included three successive sixes to punctuate the innings with flair.
The concluding over of the match unfolded as a spectacle in itself, witnessing an explosive display of power-hitting. A staggering 36 runs were scored, with five towering sixes, catapulting India to a formidable total.
Notably, the unbeaten 190-run partnership between Rohit Sharma and Rinku Singh now stands as the highest in men’s T20Is for India, underscoring their exceptional synergy and resilience.
