On November 13, 2014, cricket history was rewritten in a spectacular way Rohit Sharma with a breathtaking performance, he signed a record that has not been touched 11 years later. Face to face Sri Lanka Rohit’s 225 off 264 balls at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata was the highest individual score in One Day International (ODI) history, a feat that stunned the cricketing world and showcased his incredible prowess with the bat. This historic knock left Sri Lanka behind by 251 and cemented Rohit’s place in the annals of cricket history.
Explosive shots that set new benchmarks
Showing skill and determination, Rohit hit 9 sixes and 33 fours to take India’s 50 to 404 for 5. Cautious at the start, Rohit took his time to find his rhythm after recovering from injury, but quickly accelerated towards the end of the innings. When India reached the 40th over, they stood at 275 for 3 and the team added 129 runs in the last 10 overs – in which Rohit alone contributed 110.
Team India win in Sri Lanka in no time
Sri Lanka, tasked with a tough total, could only manage 251 runs before falling 13 runs shy of Rohit’s solo effort. of India Dhawal Kulkarni He claimed 4 wickets for 35 runs in 10 overs to ensure India’s 153-run win. The match marked Rohit’s second double century in ODIs, having earlier scored his first against Australia in Bangalore in 2013. He scored his third double century in 2017, making him the only player to reach three double tons in ODIs. .
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The admiration and admiration of the cricketing world
Rohit’s 264 remains an extraordinary benchmark in ODI cricket. The outpouring of sympathy from cricket legends, analysts and fans across the globe set social media ablaze. Prominent players and commentators took to X (formerly Twitter) to honor Rohit’s brilliance. MS Dhoni, Michael Vaughanand Harsha Bhogle hails his incredible performance.
Here’s how the cricket fraternity reacted to Rohit’s 264:
Very good batsman Rohit. This is Rohit for all, sheer talent. Enjoy the class and witness the action.
– Mahendra Singh Dhoni (@msdhoni) November 13, 2014
A record to stay!! 2 hours of deliciousness! Thanks bro for making history! @ImRo45 #264 #class # excellent @BCCI
— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) November 13, 2014
Next target @ImRo45 A double hundred in the IPL, just asking…anything possible! Unbelievable, I still can’t believe it @mipaltan @BCCI
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) November 13, 2014
Just very fluid and easy @ImRo45. In this form, he makes cricket look like a very easy game
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 13, 2014
Great shots. It is pleasing to the eyes. Hard work meets talent and it happens to be Rohit Sharma. Well played my friend
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) November 13, 2014
Unbelievable @ImRo45 #congratulations
— Jos Buttler (@josbuttler) November 13, 2014
I can’t believe it @ImRo45 Three centuries did not create… #useless
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 13, 2014
wow!! What a special shot from a special player. Congratulations @ImRo45 in a great shot. Keep going my friend @BCCI #IndvsSL
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) November 13, 2014
Great brothaman @ImRo45 !!! I really enjoyed watching you bat! Good luck my friend….
— Zaheer Khan (@ImZaheer) November 13, 2014
— Adam Gilchrist (@gilly381) November 13, 2014
